Name: Broccoli, Cheese & Rice Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 8 ounces fresh cremini mushrooms, stemmed and chopped; 1 cup chopped yellow onion; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme; 2 (8.8 ounce) packages microwavable brown rice or 3 1/2 cups cooked brown rice; 1 cup unsalted chicken broth; 0.5 cup sour cream; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Broccoli, Cheese & Rice Casserole

4.6

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5 Reviews

Ditch the baking dish and make this easy skillet broccoli, cheese and rice casserole. Cooking the casserole in a skillet keeps the flavors and textures fresh--no mushy, sad broccoli! Serve this easy side with baked chicken for a family-pleasing healthy dinner that's ready in just 30 minutes. It would also be a great addition to your Thanksgiving spread or a party buffet.

Julia Levy

Updated on April 18, 2023

Prep Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrition Profile:

Gluten-Free Healthy Immunity High Fiber High-Protein Nut-Free Soy-Free

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
8 ounces fresh cremini mushrooms, stemmed and chopped
1 cup chopped yellow onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
2 (8.8 ounce) packages microwavable brown rice or 3 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1 cup unsalted chicken broth
½ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite-size pieces
1 cup shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Directions

Preheat broiler and position a rack 6 to 8 inches from the heat source. Melt butter in a large high-sided broiler-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion; cook, stirring often, until browned and tender, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and thyme; cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add rice, stirring to coat and break up clumps.
Whisk broth, sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, salt and pepper in a bowl until smooth. Whisk in cornstarch. Add the mixture to the pan; stir to combine. Stir in broccoli; let the mixture come to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium and cook until the broccoli is bright green and tender, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese.
Transfer the skillet to the oven; broil until the cheese has melted, about 2 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

264	Calories
12g	Fat
32g	Carbs
8g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 2/3 cup
Calories 264
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 32g	12%
Dietary Fiber 3g	10%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 8g	16%
Total Fat 12g	16%
Saturated Fat 5g	27%
Cholesterol 26mg	9%
Vitamin A 1090IU	22%
Vitamin C 27mg	30%
Folate 43mcg	11%
Sodium 301mg	13%
Calcium 143mg	11%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 52mg	12%
Potassium 373mg	8%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.