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Chicken Broccoli Rice Cheese Casserole (No Sour Cream)


  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

A comforting and creamy chicken broccoli rice cheese casserole made without sour cream. This easy one-dish meal combines tender chicken, fresh broccoli, fluffy rice, and melted cheese for a delicious family-friendly dinner.


Ingredients

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2 cups cooked white rice
2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
3 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup milk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon paprika


Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
Steam the broccoli florets until tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to make a roux.
Gradually whisk in the milk and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, cooked chicken, steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and the prepared sauce. Mix well to combine evenly.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes