Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
This cheesy chicken broccoli rice casserole is a comforting family meal. It's a delicious way to bring chicken, rice, and vegetables together in one satisfying dish!
Ingredients
- 3 chicken cutlets
- 2 fresh broccoli bunches chopped
- 3 cups cooked rice
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/4 mozzarella cheese
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbs butter
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 3 fresh garlic cloves
Seasonings
For the chicken:
- Pepper
- Lawry’s
- Cavender’s
- Smoked paprika
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
For the cheese sauce:
- Cajun seasoning
- Garlic pepper
Instructions
Prepare the chicken
- Cut the chicken cutlets into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle with olive oil. Season with pepper, Lawry’s Seasoned Salt, Cavender’s salt-free seasonings, smoked paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder.
Cook the chicken
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and pan-sear the seasoned chicken until fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
Sauté the vegetables
- In the same pan, melt the butter. Add the chopped onions and fresh garlic, and sauté until softened and fragrant. Add a splash of chicken broth.
Make the creamy sauce
- Add the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and allow the mixture to simmer gently.
Add the cheese
- Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Allow the cheese to melt, then add the cream cheese. Stir until smooth and melted. Season with Cajun seasoning and garlic pepper to taste.
Combine the ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, chopped broccoli, cooked chicken, and creamy cheese sauce. Mix until everything is evenly coated.
Layer the casserole
- Preheat the oven to 375°F. Transfer the broccoli, rice, and chicken mixture to a baking dish in layers. Layer the mixture with the remaining mozzarella cheese and repeat.
Bake
- Bake uncovered at 375°F for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
Broil until golden
- Place the casserole under the broiler until the cheese is golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.