Tip: This creamy and cheesy chicken and broccoli casserole has approximately 400-450 calories per serving, depending on portion size. It’s a perfect comforting dinner that combines protein, veggies, and cheese in one easy-to-make dish. Serve it with a side salad or steamed veggies for a complete, balanced meal!
Ingredients:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 chicken breasts, chopped into small pieces
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
¾ cup uncooked rice
10 oz cream of chicken soup (1 can)
3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups broccoli florets
1 cup cheddar cheese
1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions:
First Step:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and chicken pieces to the skillet.
Cook until the chicken turns brown and the onion becomes soft. Add salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another 30 seconds.
Second Step:
Add the uncooked rice, cream of chicken soup, and 2 cups of chicken broth to the skillet.
Stir to combine and cook until the rice is fully cooked. This should take about 15 minutes. If necessary, add a bit more chicken broth as the rice cooks.
Third Step:
Once the rice is cooked, add the broccoli florets and shredded cheese.
Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
Fourth Step:
Transfer the mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle extra cheese on top, and broil until the cheese is golden brown, about 3-5 minutes.
Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious chicken and broccoli casserole!
Notes:
Saving Energy: Since this casserole uses both stovetop and broiler, it’s a quick and efficient way to cook a comforting meal. Use a convection oven to speed up the broiling process and save even more energy.
Health Benefits: This casserole is a good source of protein from the chicken and cheese, and the broccoli adds fiber and vitamins. However, the cheese and cream of chicken soup make it rich in calories and fat, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation. You can make it a bit lighter by using a low-fat cream of chicken soup or reducing the cheese.