Easy Chicken and Broccoli Casserole

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This has been a family favorite for over 15 years. It's easy to make and a crowd pleaser. It can also be made the day before and baked when you are ready to enjoy it.

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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 - 9x13 inch casserole

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice

  • 2 cups water

  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

  • 3 cups cubed cooked chicken

  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

  • 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup fat-free plain yogurt

  • cup slivered almonds

  • ¼ teaspoon curry powder

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

  1. Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes. Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets, and cook uncovered until just tender, about 4 minutes. Drain in a colander, then immediately rinse with cold water for several minutes until cold to stop the cooking process. Once the broccoli is cold, drain well, chop into small pieces, and place into a mixing bowl.

  2. Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  3. Stir the cooked rice, chicken, Cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, yogurt, almonds, curry powder, garlic powder, pepper, and lemon juice into the broccoli until evenly mixed. Spoon the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

395 Calories
18g Fat
31g Carbs
27g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 395
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 68mg 23%
Sodium 703mg 31%
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 27g 54%
Vitamin C 36mg 40%
Calcium 270mg 21%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 414mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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