Pioneer Woman Broccoli Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Broccoli Chicken Rice Casserole Recipe brings comfort food to your dinner table with incredible ease.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Can opener
- Aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken diced
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups frozen broccoli florets
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Cook rice according to package directions.
- Steam broccoli until slightly tender.
- Mix chicken, rice, and broccoli together.
- Combine soup, milk, and seasonings separately.
- Pour soup mixture over chicken mixture.
- Add one cup cheese to mixture.
- Transfer everything to greased baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and breadcrumbs.
- Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake 10 more minutes.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick preparation time
- Fresh broccoli works better than frozen varieties
- Add extra cheese for more creamy texture
- Substitute brown rice for healthier option
- Make ahead and refrigerate before baking