Description
Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and a delightful blend of cheeses. This casserole is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights at home. With its creamy texture and cheesy goodness, it transforms vegetables into a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this recipe allows you to swap ingredients based on personal preferences. Whether served as a side or a main dish, this casserole is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for greasing the baking dish)
- Optional: 1/2 cup crushed crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook rice in boiling broth until tender (15–18 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix cooked rice with broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour in the mixture.
- Optionally top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg