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Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole

A close-up of baked cheesy broccoli rice casserole with a golden brown crumb topping.
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This recipe delivers the ultimate comfort food experience: a creamy, cheesy broccoli rice casserole that is simple to prepare and satisfying for the whole family. It uses accessible ingredients to create a rich, homestyle side dish or main meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups cooked white rice (about 1 cup uncooked)
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed and chopped
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup crushed buttery crackers (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. Melt the butter in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, milk, chopped broccoli, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and pepper. Stir until everything is well mixed.
  4. Fold in the sautéed onions.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining half cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle the crushed buttery crackers over the cheese layer.
  8. Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the casserole is bubbly.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, substitute the cream of chicken soup with homemade white sauce using 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons flour, and 1 cup chicken broth.
  • You can use frozen rice if you prefer, but ensure it is fully thawed before mixing.
  • This dish works well as a make-ahead casserole; assemble it completely, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to the initial baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.

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