Chicken Broccoli Casserole
- Level: Easy
- Total: 2 hr 50 min
- Active: 35 min
- Yield: 10 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 10 servings
- Calories
- 519
- Total Fat
- 32 g
- Saturated Fat
- 11 g
- Carbohydrates
- 20 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 2 g
- Protein
- 36 g
- Cholesterol
- 132 mg
- Sodium
- 719 mg
- Level: Easy
- Total: 2 hr 50 min
- Active: 35 min
- Yield: 10 servings
-
- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 10 servings
- Calories
- 519
- Total Fat
- 32 g
- Saturated Fat
- 11 g
- Carbohydrates
- 20 g
- Dietary Fiber
- 2 g
- Sugar
- 2 g
- Protein
- 36 g
- Cholesterol
- 132 mg
- Sodium
- 719 mg
Ingredients
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9-by-13-by-2-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.
- Place the chicken in a large pot with water to cover. Add some salt, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer and cook the chicken until tender, about 45 minutes. Drain the chicken, cover, and refrigerate until cool, or up to 24 hours. Shred.
- Meanwhile, bring a medium pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, and boil until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Spread the rice in an even layer in the baking dish. Make a second layer with the broccoli. In a large bowl, mix the chicken soup, the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, shredded chicken, half the Cheddar and some salt and pepper. Pour the mixture over the broccoli and top with the remaining Cheddar. Bake for 40 minutes; let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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Recipe Review Highlights
The recipe is praised for its creamy, cheesy, and comforting flavors, especially with the combination of sour cream, mayo, and cheddar cheese. The lemon juice adds a bright, tangy note that enhances the overall taste.
Many reviewers have substituted ingredients to suit dietary preferences or availability, such as using rotisserie chicken, brown rice, cream of mushroom soup, cauliflower, or quinoa instead of regular rice. Other common substitutions include different types of cheese, and adding vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or artichokes.
This recipe is versatile and has been enjoyed during various events, including family dinners, potlucks, and even as a make-ahead meal for busy weeknights or special occasions.
