Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Bake

dinner · American

Chicken, Broccoli & Rice Bake

A family-style casserole with tender chicken, brown rice, broccoli, and cheddar.

45 min 6 servings Moderate $21.12 recipe est. · $3.52/serving
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Ingredients

For 6 servings

  • 1½ lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups brown rice
  • 4 cups broccoli, cut small
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1½ cups cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt

Equipment

Large skillet + 9-by-13-inch baking dish + Food thermometer

How to make it

  1. 1

    Heat the oven to 375°F. Oil a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring, until lightly browned but not necessarily cooked through.

  3. 3

    Whisk the broth, milk, cornstarch, and salt in the baking dish. Stir in the rice, broccoli, chicken, and 1 cup cheddar.

  4. 4

    Cover tightly and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover, stir, top with the remaining cheese, and bake 8 to 10 minutes more, until bubbling and the chicken reaches 165°F.

Storage & leftovers

Refrigerate within 2 hours and use within 4 days.

Reheat covered until the center reaches 165°F.

Dietary & allergen notes

Suitable for: gluten-free, egg-free, peanut-free, tree-nut-free, soy-free, sesame-free.

Contains milk. Packaged ingredients can vary, so check labels and cross-contact information.

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