{"id":134,"date":"2025-01-22T06:11:08","date_gmt":"2025-01-21T22:11:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artoz.xyz\/index.php\/2025\/01\/22\/easy-chicken-and-broccoli-casserole-recipe\/"},"modified":"2025-01-22T06:11:08","modified_gmt":"2025-01-21T22:11:08","slug":"easy-chicken-and-broccoli-casserole-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artoz.xyz\/index.php\/2025\/01\/22\/easy-chicken-and-broccoli-casserole-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.simplyrecipes.com\/thmb\/uP5S6_MjcsLLrslZyph-xftlEKA=\/5432x3621\/simply-recipes-chicken-broccoli-casserole-lead-2-40e723a27d8c41689b2cd5710d3a9e36.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"article__header--project_1-0\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"235\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"11\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"1\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Chicken, broccoli, and cheese are an undeniable power trio. Add some hearty white rice and a creamy sauce, and you\u2019ve got a winning combination. This comforting recipe puts all these elements together into a super-easy one-dish dinner. Protein? Check. Vegetables? Check. Cozy vibes? Double check.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_3-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> As a bonus, this easy casserole is a great way to use up leftovers. You\u2019ll need some cooked chicken (any kind works) and a couple of cups of cooked white rice (this is a great time to use microwave rice if you don\u2019t have cooked rice on hand). With the chicken and rice already cooked, this casserole comes together fast, so it\u2019s perfect for busy weeknights.\n<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-shortcuts-and-swaps-for-this-recipe\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_5-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> Shortcuts and Swaps for This Recipe <\/span> <\/h2>\n<ul id=\"mntl-sc-block_6-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\">\n<li>No fresh broccoli on hand? No problem! You can substitute frozen broccoli florets instead. There\u2019s no need to thaw them first, just microwave as directed in this recipe.<\/li>\n<li>Shredding up a rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut here.<\/li>\n<li>Double down on the chicken flavor in this casserole by using cream of chicken soup instead of cream of onion or mushroom.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"mntl-sc-block_8-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-image mntl-sc-block-universal-image mntl-sc-block-image--no-theme no-theme mntl-sc-block-image figure-landscape figure-high-res\"><figcaption id=\"mntl-figure-caption_1-0\" class=\"comp mntl-figure-caption text-utility-100 figure-article-caption\"> <span class=\"figure-article-caption-owner\"><\/p>\n<p>Simply Recipes \/ Photo by Robby Lozano \/ Food Styling by Sally McKay \/ Christina Daley<\/p>\n<p><\/span><br \/>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span class=\"heading-toc\" id=\"toc-more-ways-to-use-up-leftovers\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"mntl-sc-block_9-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block lifestyle-sc-block-heading mntl-sc-block-heading\"> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-heading__text\"> More Ways To Use Up Leftovers <\/span> <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"structured-project-content_1-0\">\n<p> <button class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__button\" aria-pressed=\"false\" aria-label=\"Toggle Cook Mode\"><br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__slider\"\/><br \/>\n<\/button><br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__label\"><br \/>\nCook Mode<br \/>\n<span class=\"mm-recipes-cook-mode__optional-note\">(Keep screen awake)<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span>\n<\/p>\n<section id=\"section--ingredients_1-0\" class=\"comp section--ingredients section\">\n<div class=\"loc section-content section__content \">\n<div id=\"structured-ingredients_1-0\" class=\"comp structured-ingredients\">\n<ul class=\"structured-ingredients__list text-passage\">\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">(12-ounce) package<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">broccoli florets<\/span>, cut into 1-inch pieces (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">6<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cups<\/span>)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">tablespoons<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">water<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> (<span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">10.5<\/span>&#8211;<span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ounce<\/span>) <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">can<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">condensed cream of onion or mushroom soup<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">3\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cup<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">sour cream<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">3\/4<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cup<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">whole milk<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1 1\/2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoons<\/span> yellow or\u00a0<span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">Dijon mustard<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoon<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">garlic powder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1\/2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">teaspoon<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">kosher salt<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">3<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cups<\/span> (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">12<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">ounces<\/span>) <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">shredded cooked chicken<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2 1\/2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cups<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">cooked white rice<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">(8-ounce) package<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">shredded sharp cheddar cheese<\/span> (about <span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cups<\/span>), divided<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">1<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">cup<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">coarsely crushed butter crackers<\/span> (such as Ritz, about 15 crackers)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"structured-ingredients__list-item\">\n<p><span data-ingredient-quantity=\"true\">2<\/span> <span data-ingredient-unit=\"true\">tablespoons<\/span> <span data-ingredient-name=\"true\">unsalted butter<\/span>, melted, plus more for greasing baking dish<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"section--instructions_1-0\" class=\"comp section--instructions section\">\n<div class=\"loc section-content section__content \">\n<div id=\"structured-project__steps_1-0\" class=\"comp structured-project__steps mntl-sc-page mntl-block text-passage structured-content\" data-sc-sticky-offset=\"60\" data-sc-ad-label-height=\"24\" data-sc-ad-track-spacing=\"100\" data-sc-min-track-height=\"250\" data-sc-max-track-height=\"600\" data-sc-breakpoint=\"50em\" data-sc-load-immediate=\"1\" data-sc-content-positions=\"[300,600,900,1200,1500,1800,2100]\" data-bind-scroll-on-start=\"true\">\n<ol id=\"mntl-sc-block_11-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--OL\">\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_12-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> Preheat the oven to 400\u00b0F. <\/span> <\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_15-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> Steam the broccoli: <\/span> <\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_17-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the broccoli and water. Cover with plastic wrap or a lid and microwave until bright green and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Drain any excess water.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_20-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> Make the casserole base: <\/span> <\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_22-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the soup, sour cream, milk, mustard, garlic powder, and salt. Fold in the chicken, rice, steamed broccoli, and 1 cup of the cheese until evenly combined.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_25-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> Make the topping: <\/span> <\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_27-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> In a medium bowl, combine the crushed crackers, melted butter, and remaining 1 cup of cheese and toss to coat.\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"mntl-sc-block_30-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-startgroup mntl-sc-block-group--LI\">\n<p> <span class=\"mntl-sc-block-subheading__text\"> Assemble and bake: <\/span> <\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_32-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Grease a 9&#215;13-inch baking dish with extra butter. Transfer the broccoli mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it into an even layer. Sprinkle the casserole evenly with the cracker topping.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_33-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> Bake until the crackers are golden and the sides of the casserole are bubbly, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly and serve.\n<\/p>\n<p id=\"mntl-sc-block_34-0\" class=\"comp mntl-sc-block mntl-sc-block-html\"> <strong>Love the recipe? Leave us stars and a comment below!<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"nutritional-guidelines-block_1-0\" class=\"comp nutritional-guidelines-block nutrition-info\">\n<table class=\"nutrition-info__table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"nutrition-info__heading\" colspan=\"2\">Nutrition Facts <span class=\"nutrition-info__heading-aside\">(per serving)<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"nutrition-info__table--body\">\n<tr class=\"nutrition-info__table--row\">\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">599<\/td>\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">Calories<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"nutrition-info__table--row\">\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">36g <\/td>\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">Fat<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"nutrition-info__table--row\">\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">39g <\/td>\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">Carbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"nutrition-info__table--row\">\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">30g <\/td>\n<td class=\"nutrition-info__table--cell\">Protein<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div id=\"nutrition-facts_1-0\" class=\"comp nutrition-facts\" data-tracking-container=\"true\"> <button class=\"nutrition-modal-label-container\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"nutrition-label\"><br \/>\n<svg class=\"nutrition-modal-label--icon\">\n<use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-paper\"\/>\n<\/svg><br \/>\n<span class=\"nutrition-modal-label\">Show Full Nutrition Label<\/span><br \/>\n<\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"nutrition-label\">\n<p>\u00d7<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">Nutrition Facts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">Servings: 6<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\">Amount per serving<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Calories<\/td>\n<td>599<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\" class=\"right\">% Daily Value*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td> 36g<\/td>\n<td>46%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"single-padding\">Saturated Fat 17g<\/td>\n<td>83%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td> 127mg<\/td>\n<td>42%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td> 882mg<\/td>\n<td>38%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td> 39g<\/td>\n<td>14%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"single-padding\">Dietary Fiber 3g<\/td>\n<td>10%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"single-padding\" colspan=\"2\">Total Sugars 6g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td> 30g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<tfoot>\n<tr>\n<td>Vitamin C 38mg<\/td>\n<td>189%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Calcium 403mg<\/td>\n<td>31%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Iron 3mg<\/td>\n<td>17%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Potassium 481mg<\/td>\n<td>10%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td colspan=\"2\"><em>*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tfoot>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<p>#Easy #Chicken #Broccoli #Casserole #Recipe<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Chicken, broccoli, and cheese are an undeniable power trio. Add some hearty white rice and a creamy sauce, and you\u2019ve got a winning combination. This comforting recipe puts all these elements together into a super-easy one-dish dinner. Protein? Check. Vegetables? Check. Cozy vibes? Double check. 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