Irresistible Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole in 4 Easy Steps
A comforting and easy-to-make casserole featuring tender broccoli, creamy cheese, and fluffy rice baked to perfection.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 cups chopped broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix rice, broccoli, cheddar cheese, milk, sour cream, Parmesan, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned on top.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen broccoli—thaw and drain if using frozen.
- Replace cheddar with any meltable cheese of your choice.
- For extra crunch, sprinkle breadcrumbs on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg