Dairy-Free Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole
Indulge in comfort food without compromise with this Dairy-Free Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole. Perfect for family dinners, this wholesome one-dish meal combines tender chicken, fluffy long-grain rice, and vibrant broccoli florets, all enveloped in a creamy, dairy-free cheddar sauce. Nutritional yeast adds a savory depth while almond milk and chicken broth create the luscious base, thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry. Baked to perfection, this casserole is topped with melted dairy-free cheddar for a satisfying golden finish. With just 20 minutes of prep, this easy, allergen-friendly recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Whether you're avoiding dairy or simply craving a nutritious twist on classic comfort food, this casserole will become a new weekday favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 2 cups dairy-free cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 3.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook until browned on each side, about 6 minutes total (the chicken does not need to be fully cooked as it will finish in the oven). Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, followed by the rice. Toast the rice gently for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Mix in the chicken broth, almond milk, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Bring to a simmer.
While simmering, in a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the simmering liquid to help thicken.
Cut the browned chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet.
Add the broccoli florets, stirring everything to distribute evenly.
Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the dairy-free cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and slightly brown.
Once baked, let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Serve warm and enjoy your delicious, dairy-free cheesy chicken and broccoli rice casserole.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.1 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.0 g | 475% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 386 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 8296 mg | 361% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.7 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 192.9 g | 386% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 3310 mg | 255% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2555 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
