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Broccoli Rice Casserole

Broccoli Rice Casserole

JC Phelps
My Broccoli Rice Casserole is a creamy, cheesy mix of broccoli, rice, and savory soups, all baked under a buttery Ritz topping. Delicious!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 1 c. long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 4 c. fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 can (10.5 oz.) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 oz.) cream of chicken soup
  • ½ c. sour cream
  • ½ c. mayonnaise
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 ½ c. shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • ½ tsp. paprika
  • ¼ c. crushed Ritz crackers for topping

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
  • While the rice is cooking, steam the broccoli until tender but still bright green, about 5 minutes. Drain well.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, steamed broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped onion, 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  • Sprinkle the crushed Ritz crackers over the cheese.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden.
  • Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Steam the broccoli just right. You want it tender but still bright green.
  • Use sharp cheddar for that bold, cheesy flavor.
  • Add cooked chicken if you want to turn this into a full meal.
  • Crushed Ritz crackers on top give it that buttery crunch we all love.
Keyword Broccoli Rice Casserole
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