Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Bake

Name: Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice Bake
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 5 cups water; 2 1/2 cups brown rice; 1/4 cup onion, chopped; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 cup skim milk; 1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, reduced-sodium; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, grated; 2 cups chicken, cooked, shredded; 2 cups broccoli, chopped

Source: Healthy Recipes Oregon State University Cooperative Extension Service

Published by the USDA MyPlate Kitchen library. Read from an archived copy of the source page captured 2025-12-31.

A great recipe to use leftover chicken that has been properly handled. Combine with broccoli, cheese, onions, garlic, and brown rice to create a quick dinner!

Makes

12 servings

Ingredients

5 cups water
2 1/2 cups brown rice
1/4 cup onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 cup skim milk
1 can (10.75 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, reduced-sodium
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, grated
2 cups chicken, cooked, shredded
2 cups broccoli, chopped

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Preheat oven to 350 °F. In large saucepan, bring water to boil. Add rice, onion, and garlic. Cook for about 30 minutes or until rice is soft.
While rice is cooking combine milk, soup, salt, and pepper, mix well. When rice is done combine with milk mixture, chicken, and broccoli. Mix well.
Grease 9x13 pan and pour mixture into pan. Bake in preheated oven for 18 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for another 6 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Serve immediately.

Notes

Learn more about: Onions Garlic Broccoli

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