🍲 Description
This Broccoli Rice Casserole is a cozy, oven-baked comfort dish that combines tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and a rich creamy cheese sauce. It’s simple, budget-friendly, and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main.
😍 Flavor & Experience
Creamy, cheesy, and slightly savory with soft rice and tender broccoli in every bite. The baked top adds a golden, slightly crispy layer that makes it extra comforting.
⏱️ Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30–35 min | Total: ~50 min
🍽️ Servings: 6
🔥 Nutrition (approx per serving)
Calories: 410 kcal | Protein: 14g
🛒 Ingredients
2 cups cooked rice 🍚
3 cups broccoli florets 🥦
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded) 🧀
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese
1 can cream of mushroom soup (or homemade creamy sauce)
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp butter 🧈
1 small onion (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
👨🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven
Set to 180°C (350°F).
Cook broccoli
Steam broccoli for 3–4 minutes until slightly tender.
Sauté aromatics
In a pan, melt butter and cook onion and garlic until soft.
Make creamy base
Add cream of mushroom soup and milk. Stir until smooth.
Combine ingredients
Mix rice, broccoli, cheese, and sauce in a large bowl.
Bake
Pour into baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
Serve hot
Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
Add cooked chicken for a full meal 🍗
Use fresh broccoli for best texture
Top with breadcrumbs for extra crunch 🔥
Swap soup with homemade cheese sauce for richer flavor
