This chicken rice broccoli casserole is the kind of dinner everyone loves and it is easy to put together. Win-Win! Swipe for the condensed recipe.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
This recipe takes classic chicken casserole and levels it up with a super creamy, flavorful sauce using cream of chicken with herbs, heavy cream, and Boursin cheese.
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CASSEROLE
– Butter
– Chicken breast
– Olive oil
– Garlic
– Chicken stock
– Cream of chicken with herbs
–Heavy cream
– Cheddar cheese
– Sour cream
– Boursin cheese and more
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Rub and season the chicken breast with the olive oil. Cook the chicken in butter for 6 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and chop.
STEP 1: COOK THE CHICKEN
STEP 2: BUILD THE GARLIC PAN SAUCE BASE
Add garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes. Deglaze the pan with chicken stock, scraping up any browned bits. Simmer for about 3 to 4 minutes.
STEP 3: MAKE THE CREAMY CHEESE SAUCE
Add the cream of chicken with herbs to the skillet. Add the Boursin cheese and cheddar cheese. Stir gently. Stir in the sour cream until fully incorporated.
STEP 4: SEASON THE SAUCE
Season the sauce with the seasoning blend.Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.
STEP 5: COMBINE CASSEROLE INGREDIENTS
In a large mixing bowl, add the white rice, broccoli florets, and chicken. Pour the sauce over the top. Use a large spoon or spatula to gently stir everything.
STEP 6: ASSEMBLE AND BAKE
Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese. Cover and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes..
STEP 7: REST AND SERVE
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes so it can set slightly. Serve warm.
PRO TIPS
- Use cooled and fluffed rice for ideal texture
- Assemble and store the uncooked casserole in advance for easy meal prep
- Use brown rice for a nuttier, healthieir version
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