BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE: Discover a Cheesy Delight!
Cheesy, creamy, and irresistibly comforting broccoli rice casserole that’s perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups broccoli florets, chopped small
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar + extra for topping
- ¼ cup mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup vegetable broth or milk
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Steam broccoli for 3–4 minutes until tender but bright. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil. Sauté onions until soft, then add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine rice, sautéed aromatics, broccoli, seasonings, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar, mozzarella, and broth. Mix until creamy.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour mixture into a greased baking dish. Top with extra cheese.
- Bake uncovered 25–30 minutes, until hot and golden on top.
- Rest 5 minutes, garnish with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use freshly steamed broccoli for the best texture.
- Add crushed crackers or breadcrumbs for a crunchy topping.
- Mix cheeses (cheddar + mozzarella) for gooey stretch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Protein: 12 g