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Dump-and-Bake Creamy Chicken Broccoli Rice — Classic Comfort

This dump-and-bake recipe combines chicken, broccoli, and rice in a creamy sauce for a comforting and easy meal. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 cups uncooked long-grain white rice not instant
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets bite-sized

Creamy Sauce

  • 1 can cream of chicken soup 10.75 oz
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.75 oz (or another cream of chicken for extra chicken flavor)
  • 1.5 cups chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup milk any kind works, whole milk adds extra richness

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste

Topping (Optional)

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping, optional but highly recommended

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Combine Ingredients

  • Add the diced chicken, uncooked rice, and broccoli florets to the prepared baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together both cans of soup, chicken broth, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Pour the liquid mixture over the chicken and rice in the baking dish, then stir gently until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the rice is submerged.

Bake

  • Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the foil, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese (if using), and return to the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken and flavors to meld.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. If you prefer a richer dish, use whole milk. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.