Healthier Broccoli Chicken Casserole: A Joyful Family Favorite
A healthier twist on the classic broccoli chicken casserole that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup brown rice, cooked
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup breadcrumbs, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, broccoli, brown rice, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Mix until well combined and pour into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown on top.
Notes
- Feel free to add more vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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