The BEST Cheesy Cheddar Broccoli & Rice Casserole

This is one of the best broccoli rice casserole recipes ever. This recipe is creamy, cheesy, and packed full of flavor. It's simple yet delicious, and you and your family will love this side dish. Just follow along.

🛒 INGREDIENTS:
• 1½ cups long-grain rice
• 1½ cups water
• 1 cup finely chopped broccoli
• ½ cup finely chopped white onion
• 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ teaspoon olive oil
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1 (10 oz) can cream of chicken with herbs
• ¼ teaspoon BeSureTo Season Seasoning Blend
• Cracked black pepper, to taste
• 2 pinches kosher salt
• ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
• ⅓ cup smoked cheddar cheese
• ⅓ cup Asiago cheese
• ⅓ cup aged cheddar cheese
• ½ teaspoon fresh parsley
• ½ teaspoon chicken broth for the baking dish
• Three-cheese blend, for topping
• Non-stick cooking spray

👩‍🍳 INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Cook the long-grain rice according to package directions. Drain and rinse with cold water so the rice stays loose.

2. Cut the broccoli into small pieces and finely chop the onion and garlic.

3. Heat the olive oil and butter in a pan. Add the garlic and onion and cook until softened and fragrant.

4. Reduce to low heat. Add the chicken broth, BeSureTo Season, heavy whipping cream, cracked black pepper and kosher salt. Stir well.

5. Add the Parmesan, smoked cheddar, Asiago and aged cheddar. Keep the heat very low and stir until the cheeses melt into a creamy sauce.

6. Stir in the cream of chicken with herbs and fresh parsley. Continue stirring over low heat until everything is completely combined.

7. Add the chopped broccoli, followed by the cooked rice. Mix until the broccoli and rice are completely coated in the creamy cheese sauce.

8. Spray a casserole or pie dish with non-stick cooking spray. Add about ½ teaspoon chicken broth to the bottom to help keep the casserole moist.

9. Transfer the broccoli and rice mixture to the baking dish and top with the three-cheese blend.

10. Bake at 325°F–350°F for approximately 25–30 minutes, depending on your oven. The casserole is ready when it's hot and bubbling and the cheese on top is beautifully melted.

11. Let it rest briefly, then serve warm and enjoy!

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Creamy Cheddar Broccoli Rice Casserole
00:13 Preparing the Rice
00:26 Chopping the Broccoli
00:32 Butter & Olive Oil
00:42 Garlic & Onion
01:09 BeSureTo Season
01:23 Heavy Whipping Cream
01:49 Seasoning the Cream Sauce
01:57 Adding Parmesan Cheese
02:05 Smoked Cheddar
02:30 Asiago Cheese
02:46 Aged Cheddar
03:12 Cream of Chicken with Herbs
03:43 Fresh Parsley
03:52 Adding the Broccoli
03:59 Preparing the Cooked Rice
04:38 Preparing the Baking Dish
05:07 Adding the Cheese Topping
05:15 Oven Temperature & Baking Time
06:01 Cutting Into the Casserole
06:12 The Final Reveal
06:42 Taste Test
07:05 Perfect Side Dish Ideas
07:22 Like, Share & Subscribe
07:40 BeSureTo Season

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