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Broccoli chicken and rice casserole

Broccoli chicken and rice casserole

A delicious Broccoli chicken and rice casserole that's creamy, cheesy, and perfect for leftovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Steamer

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 pound fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 cups cooked brown rice
  • 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Steam broccoli florets until just tender, about 5 minutes, then set aside.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet. Add chicken cubes and cook until no longer pink, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Sprinkle flour over chicken and stir to coat thoroughly.
  • Slowly pour in whole milk while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, thyme, and garlic powder. Cook until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • Fold in cooked broccoli and stir gently but well to combine.
  • Transfer mixture to a casserole dish and smooth the surface.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Top casserole with shredded cheddar cheese before or after baking as desired.
  • Serve warm and enjoy every creamy cheesy bite.
  • Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

This casserole is best served warm and makes great leftovers. Use pre-cooked rice to reduce prep time and frozen broccoli as a convenient alternative.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Broccoli, casserole, cheese, chicken, comfort food, rice
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