There are endless ways to please a crowd with a warm and filling meal. "Velveeta broccoli and rice casserole" is one recipe that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. This casserole is a creamy and cheesy delight that combines the deliciousness of Velveeta cheese, tender broccoli florets, and fluffy rice in one irresistible dish. It's perfect for a comforting weeknight meal, a potluck, or a holiday gathering.
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VELVEETA BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Velveeta Broccoli Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by bmcnichol
Categories Rice
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spray a 2-quart baking dish with cooking spray and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Saute onion until soft and translucent.
- Cook broccoli in boiling water for about ten minutes or until almost tender; drain very well.
- Mix all ingredients and place in baking dish.
- Bake for 25 minutes.
BROCCOLI AND VELVEETA CASSEROLE
A friend gave me this recipe when I was looking for a vegetable dish to make with ham. My husband filled his plate three times during dinner and it is very hard for me to get him to eat his veggies! Everyone has loved making this dish because it is so easy and everyone goes back for seconds and thirds!
Provided by dragonpawz
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook broccoli and drain water.
- Add Velvetta and cook until melted.
- In a seperate pan melt butter, then remove from heat.
- Add crumbled Ritz crackers to the butter and stir until mixed well.(You can crumble the crackers by hand or by putting them in a storage bag and crush with a rolling pin).
- Spray a 1 3/4 quart cassarole dish with cooking spray.
- Spoon in half the crackers into the dish.
- Pour broccoli and cheese mixture in and cover with the rest of the crackers.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes uncovered at 350 degrees or until top browns.
CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Chicken, Broccoli and Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Therese Crosby
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 56m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Melt butter over high heat, add chopped mushrooms.
- Cook and stir for about 2 minutes.
- Add onion and chicken pieces.
- Reduce heat to medium high and cook until chicken is just cooked through.
- Stir in garlic and cook for about a minute longer.
- Add undiluted chicken soup and velveeta cheese, stir until cheese is melted.
- Remove from heat and add cooked rice, thawed broccoli, sour cream, and pepper.
- Spoon mixture together and spoon into casserole dish sprayed with cooking oil.
- Spread shredded cheese over top and bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
- NOTE: Instant rice makes this a quick and easy recipe.
- Instant rice can be made in the microwave in about 4 minutes while the chicken is cooking.
- If you prefer other rice then make it ahead of time.
BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE
What makes this quick-cooking side dish really tasty is coating the broccoli and rice in a creamy cheese sauce . . . yum!
Provided by Campbell's Kitchen
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Campbell's Kitchen
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat the butter in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until tender-crisp, stirring occasionally.
- Stir the broccoli in the skillet and cook until it's tender-crisp, stirring occasionally. Stir in the milk, soup, cheese sauce and rice. Cook and stir until the cheese is melted. Pour the broccoli mixture into a 2-quart shallow baking dish.
- Bake at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes or until the mixture is hot and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 36.9 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 551.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
VELVEETA BROCCOLI-RICE CASSEROLE
Make and share this Velveeta Broccoli-Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by kmdipaolo
Categories White Rice
Time 45m
Yield 10 , 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Saute onion in butter until soft. Add cream of chicken soup, milk and Velveeta. Heat the mixture until the cheese melts. Add rice to the mixture
- Prepare the broccoli according to package directions. Add to soup mixture.
- Pour in a greased casserole and top with slices of Velveeta. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 141.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 373.9, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.6, Protein 5.8
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Choose broccoli florets that are deep green and firm, and rice that is fluffy and not clumpy.
- Cook the rice according to the package directions. This will ensure that it is cooked evenly and has the right texture.
- Sauté the broccoli in butter until it is tender-crisp. This will help to bring out its flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Use a good quality cheese sauce. This is the key to a delicious casserole. Choose a sauce that is smooth and creamy, and that has a rich flavor.
- Top the casserole with shredded cheese before baking. This will help to create a golden brown crust and add extra flavor.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and hot. This will ensure that it is cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
Velveeta broccoli and rice casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. It is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With its creamy cheese sauce, tender broccoli, and fluffy rice, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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