Broccoli Rice Casserole
Servings: 10 Servings
Ingredients
- 30 ounces frozen chopped broccoli thawed and well drained; 3 (10 ounce) packages
- 3 cups white rice cooked
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ large onion diced
- ½ cup celery chopped
- 10 ¾ ounces cream of chicken soup 1 can
- 10 ½ ounces condensed cheddar cheese soup 1 can
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt (*See Note)
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded off the block, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F, and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the thawed broccoli and cooked rice. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, and spread in an even layer.30 ounces frozen chopped broccoli, 3 cups white rice
- Heat a large skillet or saucepan over low-medium heat. Add the butter, onions, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-6 minutes.2 tablespoons unsalted butter, ½ large onion, ½ cup celery
- Stir in the condensed cream of chicken soup, cheddar cheese soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook until the mixture is smooth and well combined.10 ¾ ounces cream of chicken soup, 10 ½ ounces condensed cheddar cheese soup, 1 cup whole milk, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Pour the soup mixture over the broccoli and rice, and gently stir to combine. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using.1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- Cover, and bake for 25 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve hot as a side dish. See post for storage options.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of broccoli rice casserole. Actual calories will vary.
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
*An 8 ounce jar of shelf stable cheese whiz may be substituted for the cheddar cheese soup. Adjust the milk to reach the desired consistency. Typically, you’ll need a little less milk when using cheese whiz.
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Rice Casserole
Serving Size
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
367
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
25
%
Trans Fat
0.1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
24
mg
8
%
Sodium
623
mg
26
%
Potassium
552
mg
16
%
Carbohydrates
57
g
19
%
Fiber
3
g
12
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
11
g
22
%
Vitamin A
951
IU
19
%
Vitamin C
76
mg
92
%
Calcium
184
mg
18
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
