One-Pot Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole That Never Fails for Dinner Perfection
A delicious and easy one-pot chicken broccoli rice casserole that combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and fluffy rice for a perfect family dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add the shredded chicken, broccoli, rice, chicken broth, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot and enjoy your meal!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using seasoned chicken broth.
- You can substitute brown rice for a healthier option, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg