Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole
A heartwarming casserole packed with creamy cheese and fresh broccoli, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the rice according to the package instructions.
- Steam the broccoli until bright green and just tender.
- Combine the cooked rice, steamed broccoli, cheddar cheese, and soup in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix everything gently until coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Top with more cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to add proteins like chicken or tuna, or mix in other vegetables for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: casserole, broccoli, cheesy, comfort food, family meal