Dinner for 9
Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
Seasoned chicken, vegetables, and basmati rice bake in a creamy cheddar sauce under a crisp Parmesan crumb topping.
$8.47for 4 servings
$2.12 per serving$8.47 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
Photo: carlsbadcravings.com
- 55 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 9servings as written
- $$typical cost tier
AmericanBudgetDinnersCold-weather comfortWinter
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 1 lb | $3.49Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 2.5 oz | $1.00Typical price |
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.52Typical price |
| Bell peppers$2.49/lb typical | 0.4 lb | $0.93Typical price |
| Carrots$1.09/lb typical | 0.3 lb | $0.31Typical price |
| Broccoli$1.99/lb typical | 1.5 lb | $2.98Typical price |
| Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 21 oz | $1.48Typical price |
| Milk$0.04/oz typical | 17 oz | $0.68Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 6 oz | $1.80Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1.75 oz | $0.96Typical price |
| Sour cream or plain yogurt$0.14/oz typical | 4.25 oz | $0.60Typical price |
| Wild, basmati, jasmine, arborio rice$0.15/oz typical | 20 oz | $2.92Typical price |
| Bread crumbs$0.14/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.42Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $19.05 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Salt and pepperDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Olive and cooking oilFlourCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoaMustard, mayo, ketchupAsian sauces and pastesDried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts
- salt and pepper
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 1/2 lb broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp chicken bouillon
- 1 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1 1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp each garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 1/2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 cups cooked basmati rice
- 3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Steps
- Heat the oven to 375 F, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook it in 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet for 8 minutes.
- Melt the butter in the skillet, cook the onion, pepper, and carrots for 5 minutes, then add the broccoli for 3 minutes.
- Whisk the flour into the vegetables, then add the broth, milk, cornstarch, bouillon, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and cumin and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken, rice, sour cream, cheddar, and Parmesan, then spread the mixture in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the panko with melted butter and 1 tablespoon oil, sprinkle it over the casserole, and bake for 20 minutes until the chicken reaches 165 F.
Swaps
- Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Carrots for Sweet potatoesabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
- Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
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