Here’s a creamy, cheesy, comforting Broccoli Rice Casserole—simple, classic, and perfect as a side or main dish.

🥘 Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole

Ingredients (serves 6–8)

• 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
• 3 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp butter or oil
• 1 small onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
• 1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional, for extra flavor)
• 1 cup crushed Ritz crackers or breadcrumbs (optional topping)
• 2 tbsp melted butter (if using topping)

Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat & prepare

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Steam or microwave broccoli until just tender (bright green, not mushy).

2️⃣ Sauté aromatics

• In a skillet, melt butter and sauté diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft.
• Add garlic and cook 30 seconds more.

3️⃣ Mix the base

In a large bowl, combine:

• Cooked rice
• Broccoli
• Onions & garlic
• Cream soup
• Sour cream
• 1 ½ cups cheddar
• Milk
• Salt, pepper, paprika, and parmesan if using

Stir until fully mixed and creamy.

4️⃣ Transfer & top

• Spread mixture into a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
• Top with remaining ½ cup cheddar.
• Optional: Mix crushed crackers/breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the top.

5️⃣ Bake

• Bake 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.

6️⃣ Serve

Let sit 5 minutes to set, then dig in!

Want to customize it?

I can give you versions that are:
🧀 Extra-cheesy
🐔 With chicken added
🌱 Vegetarian “no condensed soup”
🔥 Spicy broccoli cheddar
🍚 Slow cooker version

Just tell me!