Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Bake – Easy Chicken Rice Casserole!

Hi there, food lover! 👋 Ready for a cozy casserole that feels like home?

There’s something deeply comforting about a bubbling casserole coming out of the oven. It’s the kind of meal that slows everyone down, fills the kitchen with familiar aromas, and quietly promises that dinner will be warm, filling, and comforting. Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Bake is one of those timeless dishes—simple, dependable, and loved across generations. 🍗🥦

This recipe comes from the heart of traditional family cooking, where meals were designed to stretch ingredients, feed everyone well, and still taste wonderful the next day. Chicken, rice, and broccoli are humble staples, but when they come together in a creamy sauce, they transform into something truly special. This is the kind of dish busy parents relied on, knowing it would satisfy hungry bellies without demanding hours in the kitchen.

What makes this casserole a weeknight winner is its ease. Everything bakes together in one dish, letting the oven do most of the work while you focus on family, homework, or simply resting your feet. The chicken stays tender, the rice becomes perfectly fluffy, and the broccoli adds freshness and color that balances the creamy richness.

This is comfort food in its purest form—not fancy, not complicated, just honest, nourishing food meant to be shared. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or planning leftovers for tomorrow, this bake delivers every single time. 💛

So preheat the oven, grab your casserole dish, and let’s make a dinner that feels familiar, filling, and wonderfully stress-free. 😊

Ingredients 🛒

Main Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)

Creamy Sauce

• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Topping

• 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan (optional)

Step-by-Step Directions 🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread the rice evenly across the bottom of the dish. Layer the chicken and broccoli on top.
3. In a bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken, broccoli, and rice. Gently press ingredients down so everything is mostly submerged.
5. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 45 minutes, allowing the rice to cook and absorb the creamy sauce.
6. Remove foil, sprinkle cheese evenly over the top, and return to the oven uncovered for 10–15 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.
7. Rest before serving. Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes to set, then serve warm.

Nutritional Information 🥗

This casserole offers a comforting balance of protein, vegetables, and carbohydrates. It’s filling without being overly heavy and can be easily adapted with brown rice, reduced-fat dairy, or extra vegetables if desired.

⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Baking Time: 60 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 70 minutes

⚡ Calories per serving: ~480
🍽️ Servings: 6

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Bon appétit and happy cooking!