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Broccoli-rice Casserole Recipe

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This cheesy broccoli-rice casserole is the ultimate comfort food. Easy, delicious, and perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday meals!

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 c. cooked rice (about 1 c. uncooked)
  • 1 (16 oz.) package frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp. paprika
  • 2 c. shredded mild or medium cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Prep the broccoli: First things first, thaw your frozen broccoli. I usually pop mine in the microwave for about 5 minutes to get it nice and warm. After that, drain it really well—you don’t want any extra moisture in the casserole making it soggy. If some of the florets are a little too large, just give them a quick chop to bite-sized pieces.
  2. Mix it all up: In a medium bowl, mix the warm, cooked rice (this could be freshly cooked, or something you made earlier), finely chopped onion, cream of mushroom soup, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir it all together until it’s well combined. This is where all the magic happens—each ingredient gets coated in that creamy, cheesy goodness.
  3. Add the broccoli: Gently fold in the broccoli. Try not to be too rough with it, or you’ll end up with broccoli mush! We want those bright green florets to hold their shape.
  4. Assemble in the baking dish: Spoon everything into your greased 9×13-inch dish, spreading it out evenly. It might look a little unassuming at this point, but trust me, it’s about to turn into a golden-brown masterpiece.
  5. Top with cheese and bake: Sprinkle the remaining cup of cheddar over the top, because we all know you can never have too much cheese. Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes, or until it’s bubbly and the cheese is starting to turn a lovely golden brown around the edges. Your kitchen will smell incredible by this point, and you’ll be counting down the minutes until you can dig in.

Notes

When I serve this casserole, I love to make it the centerpiece of a meal, usually with a light side salad to balance out the richness. You can sprinkle some fresh herbs, like parsley or chives, over the top for a pop of color. Another fun idea is to serve it in individual ramekins for a more elevated presentation (and everyone gets their own cheesy top layer—bonus!).

  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

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