Description
A comforting and creamy casserole featuring tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese. Perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main course!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 3 cups broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, steamed broccoli, 1 cup of cheese, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese and breadcrumbs (if using) on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For added crunch, top with fried onions or crushed crackers instead of breadcrumbs.
- Substitute cream of mushroom soup with a homemade cream sauce for a fresher taste.
- Add shredded chicken or sautéed mushrooms for extra protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 290
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g