Quick Broccoli, Rice, and Chicken Casserole
A comforting casserole packed with tender chicken, broccoli, and a crunchy layer of Ritz crackers, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, broccoli florets, cooked rice, cream of chicken soup, milk, and half of the cheddar cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste and mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
- Combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the melted butter and the remaining cheese in a separate bowl.
- Sprinkle the cracker mixture evenly over the chicken and rice mixture in the casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until heated through and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
Feel free to substitute the cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or use a dairy-free milk option.