Dump-and-Bake Chicken Broccoli Casserole
A simple and delicious casserole combining chicken, broccoli, and cheese for a comforting family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a large 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Layer the raw chicken breasts at the bottom of the dish, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Add the broccoli florets evenly over the chicken.
- Mix the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream in a bowl until creamy.
- Incorporate the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken and broccoli.
- Sprinkle the cooked rice on top, gently pressing it into the mixture.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake covered with foil for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients per dietary needs, such as using Greek yogurt for sour cream or adding buffalo sauce for spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken casserole, broccoli casserole, easy dinner recipe, dump-and-bake, comfort food