Broccoli Rice and Cheese Casserole
This Broccoli Rice and Cheese Casserole is a comforting dish that combines tender broccoli, creamy Velveeta cheese, and fluffy rice. Perfect as a side or a main dish, it’s easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time for a quick meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces chopped broccoli
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup Velveeta cheese (diced)
- 10.75 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Place broccoli in a steamer and steam for 5 to 7 minutes until vibrant green.
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter. Sauté chopped onion until translucent.
- Add diced Velveeta cheese, cream of chicken soup, steamed broccoli, and cooked white rice to the saucepan. Stir until cheese is melted and mixture is heated through.
- Serve immediately or transfer the mixture to an 8-inch square baking pan. Cover and refrigerate. When ready to serve, reheat in a 350°F oven for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg