Broccoli Rice Casserole

4.34 from 3 votes

This easy Broccoli Rice Casserole recipe combines rice and broccoli in a creamy, cheesy sauce for a dish that’s always a hit, whether you serve it for a weeknight dinner or bring it to a potluck! It’s a classic casserole you’ll make again and again.

Prep Time25

Cook Time30

Total Time55

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: broccoli rice casserole, casserole dish

Servings: servings

Calories: 532kcal

Author: Kasey Schwartz

Equipment

9x13 baking dish
Large pot

Ingredients

¼ cup unsalted butter
½ medium onion diced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups whole milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
3 ounces cream cheese
3-4 cups broccoli florets blanched and shocked
3 cups white rice cooked
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat and add the onions. Cook until the onions are soft, about 4 minutes. Add the flour and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes. While whisking, add the milk and stir to combine. Continue to whisk until thickened and simmering, about 6 minutes.
¼ cup unsalted butter, ½ medium onion, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, 2 ½ cups whole milk
Add 1 cup of the cheddar cheese and the cream cheese and whisk to melt thoroughly. Add the broccoli and rice and stir to combine. Season to taste.
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 3 ounces cream cheese, 3-4 cups broccoli florets, 3 cups white rice, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, salt & black pepper to taste
Pour into the prepared baking dish. Cover with remaining cheddar cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

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