broccoli chicken and rice casserole
This is my version of a family favorite. I like to cook the rice in chicken broth and add chicken and cream of chicken soup.
prep time
45 Min
cook time
35 Min
method
Bake
yield
6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 large chicken breast or other pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups water or enough to cover chicken
- 1 cup rice, long grain
- 2 teaspoons butter
- 1 package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed 10 ounce
- 1 can cream of chicken soup, 10 3/4 oz
- 2 1/4 cups broth from boiled chicken
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup velveeta cheese
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
How To Make broccoli chicken and rice casserole
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Step 1Cover chicken with water, Add salt and pepper. Boil until done about 45 minutes. Debone and coarsley chop; set aside. Reserve broth.
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Step 2COOK RICE: Bring 2 1/4 cups chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt and 2 tsp butter to boil. Add 1 cup rice. Cover; reduce heat. Cook for 13-15 minutes.
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Step 3Add soup and Velveeta to rice. Mix well. Add broccoli and chicken to rice mixture. Stir well. Add a little broth,if needed.
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Step 4Pour mixture into buttered or sprayed casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes until bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup shredded cheese over top.
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Category:
Rice Sides
Category:
Side Casseroles
Keyword:
#cheese
Keyword:
#broccoli
Ingredient:
Rice/Grains
Method:
Bake
Culture:
American
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