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Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 650
A creamy, cheesy casserole combining tender chicken, broccoli, and rice, baked to perfection for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Dairy and Seasonings

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 10.5 oz can cream of chicken with herbs
  • 1 10.5 oz heavy cream heavy cream (add heavy cream to cream of chicken can to measure)
  • 1 1/2 cup cheddar cheese mild or medium
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 3/4 cup Boursin cheese
  • 3 tbsp bayou city all purpose divided
  • 1 tbsp bayou city garlic pepper
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne

Vegetables and Grains

  • 4 cups broccoli florets cooked
  • 4 cups white rice cooked

Meat

  • 5-6 pieces chicken thighs

Salt and Pepper

  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a skillet, melt butter and cook seasoned chicken thighs 6-7 minutes per side, then shred and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, cook garlic until fragrant, deglaze with chicken stock, then add cream of chicken, heavy cream, Boursin, and 1/2 cup cheddar, stirring until smooth.
  • Stir in sour cream, then combine cooked rice, broccoli, and shredded chicken in a large bowl. Mix with the cheese sauce and season with bayou city seasonings, onion powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  • Transfer mixture to a casserole dish, top with remaining cheddar, cover with foil, and bake 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Let cool briefly, then garnish with parsley and paprika before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle additional cheese on top before baking.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Broccoli, Chicken, Rice