🍲 Creamy, cheesy, and packed with protein and veggies—this all-in-one casserole is the answer to busy weeknights! With just 10 minutes of prep, this hearty dish bakes into a golden, bubbly masterpiece that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
Why You’ll Love This Casserole
✅ One-dish wonder – Less cleanup, more relaxation!
✅ Meal-prep hero – Make ahead or freeze for later.
✅ Kid-friendly – Even picky eaters devour it.
✅ Budget-friendly – Uses simple pantry staples.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).
Ingredients
*(Serves 6-8)*
Base Ingredients:
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie works great!)
3 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cauliflower rice for low-carb)
3 cups broccoli florets, steamed or thawed if frozen
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Creamy Sauce:
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for GF)
1½ cups milk (whole or 2% for creaminess)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & pepper to taste
Topping (Optional but Recommended):
½ cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp melted butter