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Broccoli Rice Casserole

Looking for a quick and tasty side dish for dinner? This Broccoli Rice Casserole recipe is sure to please everyone and make meal planning a breeze.

Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 446 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 cups broccoli cut into small florets
  • 2 ½ cups cooked long grain rice
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon mustard powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Colby jack cheese divided

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease or spray an 11x7 casserole dish and set it aside.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to boil and add the broccoli. Cook for about 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  3. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and cook until soft (about 3 minutes).
  4. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Whisk in the flour and cook another 2 minutes.
  6. Stir in the seasonings.
  7. Using a whisk, slowly incorporate the milk. Whisk continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  8. Once all the milk has been added, add the cream cheese and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded Colby Jack cheese. Stir until bubbly, then turn off the heat.
  9. Add the broccoli and cooked rice to the cheese sauce. Stir gently until everything is evenly incorporated.
  10. Add the broccoli rice mixture to the prepared casserole dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese.
  11. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly all around the outside.
  12. Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave individual portions for 30 seconds to 1 minute or reheat the entire casserole in a 350 oven until warmed through.
  • This casserole is a great side dish for almost any protein. Or serve it as a meatless meal with a simple green salad and garlic bread on the side.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 446kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 26g (40%) Saturated Fat 16g (80%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 76mg (25%) Sodium 402mg (17%) Potassium 536mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1502IU (30%) Vitamin C 80mg (89%) Calcium 469mg (47%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 446

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 446kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 26g 40%
Saturated Fat 16g 80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 76mg 25%
Sodium 402mg 17%
Potassium 536mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1502IU 30%
Vitamin C 80mg 89%
Calcium 469mg 47%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.