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Easy 5-ingredient chicken broccoli casserole with rice, tender chicken pieces, and broccoli, topped with melted cheddar cheese in a white baking dish.
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Easy 5-Ingredient Chicken Broccoli Casserole

This creamy, cheesy 5-ingredient chicken broccoli casserole is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution! With just rotisserie chicken, frozen broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, cheddar cheese, and rice, you'll have a comforting family meal on the table in under an hour.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Chicken Casserole Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 5 ingredient chicken broccoli casserole, chicken broccoli casserole
Servings: 6
Author: Tatiana

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken diced or shredded (rotisserie chicken works perfectly!)
  • 3 cups frozen broccoli florets thawed, about 12 oz. bag
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz.) each cream of mushroom/chicken soup (condensed)
  • 2½ cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 2½ cups cooked rice white, brown, or minute rice all work

Optional addition

  • Crushed Ritz crackers or fried onions for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced chicken, broccoli florets, both cans of cream of mushroom soup, 2½ cups cooked rice, and 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (save 1 cup for topping). Stir everything together until well combined. If it seems too thick, add a splash of milk or chicken broth.
  • Transfer the mixture into your prepared 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly with a spatula.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  • Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly throughout and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
  • Optional: For extra crunch, add crushed Ritz crackers mixed with melted butter or French fried onions on top of the cheese. Bake for 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps it set up and makes serving easier.

Notes

Time-Saving Hacks:
  • Use a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store - it's already cooked and seasoned!
  • Grab pre-cooked rice from the freezer section or use leftover rice
  • Frozen broccoli requires zero prep work
Make It Creamier: Add ½ cup of sour cream, cream cheese, or milk to the mixture for an extra creamy texture.
Swap the Soup: Try cream of chicken or cream of celery soup instead of mushroom for variety.
Different Cheese Options:
  • Monterey Jack for milder flavor
  • Pepper Jack for a spicy kick
  • Swiss cheese for a sophisticated twist
  • Mix cheddar and mozzarella for extra meltiness

Nutrition

Calories: 402kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1097mg | Potassium: 487mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 784IU | Vitamin C: 41mg | Calcium: 372mg | Iron: 2mg