Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole Delight
This Cheesy Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting dish made with rice, broccoli, and a blend of cheeses, baked to perfection. It's a delightful side or main course that is sure to please everyone.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Gently fold in half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese into the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
- If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a crispy topping, add breadcrumbs before baking.