Description
This Broccoli Cheese Rice Casserole delivers the ultimate comfort food satisfaction in just 50 minutes. Packed with tender broccoli florets, perfectly seasoned rice, and rich melted cheddar cheese, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for both weeknight dinners and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked rice (day-old preferred, or substitute brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice)
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery/broccoli as alternative)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
- 1/2 cup milk (whole, 2%, or unsweetened plant-based milk)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray. Allow oven to preheat fully for consistent baking results.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, broccoli florets, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly mixed and creamy.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of cheese for topping, and fold the remaining cheese into the mixture for cheesy goodness throughout.
- Spread mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and top with the reserved cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until hot, bubbly, and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to set.
Notes
Use day-old rice for the best texture and avoid overcooking broccoli to keep it tender-crisp. For extra protein, mix in cooked chicken or turkey. This casserole also freezes beautifully, making it a great make-ahead meal for busy weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: broccoli cheese casserole, rice casserole, comfort food, easy dinner recipe