Description
Creamy Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings together tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and a blend of creamy cheeses. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering both satisfaction and nutrition in each bite. With its rich texture and cheesy flavor, it makes vegetables enjoyable for everyone. Serve it as a hearty main course or an appealing side dish; either way, your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 3 cups vegetable broth (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for greasing the baking dish)
- Optional: ½ cup crushed crackers or breadcrumbs (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using fresh broccoli, chop into small florets; if using frozen, thaw and drain.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the broth to a boil. Add rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until tender (15-18 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix cooked rice with broccoli, cheddar cheese, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, and spices until well combined.
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil or butter. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
- Optional: Top with crushed crackers or breadcrumbs.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes; then remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg