Creamy Cheese Broccoli Rice Bake

Health score
7%
Creamy Cheese Broccoli Rice Bake
45 min.
8
158kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and comforting side dish that will please a crowd? Look no further than this Creamy Cheese Broccoli Rice Bake! Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or even a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish combines the wholesome goodness of broccoli with the heartiness of rice, all enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

With just a handful of ingredients and a quick prep time, this recipe is as easy as it is satisfying. The vibrant green broccoli not only adds a pop of color but also packs a nutritional punch, making it a great way to sneak in some veggies. The crunchy topping of cheese-flavored snack crackers adds a delightful texture contrast, making each bite a delightful experience.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this bake is a fantastic option for busy cooks who still want to serve something special. Whether you’re pairing it with grilled chicken, roasted meats, or serving it as a standalone dish, the Creamy Cheese Broccoli Rice Bake is sure to become a favorite in your household. So gather your ingredients, preheat that oven, and get ready to enjoy a comforting dish that’s both simple and scrumptious!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz broccoli fresh green frozen thawed giant® steamers®
  • cups brown rice white cooked
  • servings round buttery crackers crushed cheese-flavored
  • 0.3 cup milk 
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2-quart casserole with cooking spray.
  2. Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until crisp-tender. Reduce heat to medium. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, the cooking sauce and milk; heat to boiling. Stir in cooked rice and thawed broccoli until well mixed. Spoon into casserole.
  4. Bake uncovered 30 to 35 minutes or until hot in center and bubbly around edges.
  5. Sprinkle with crushed crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories158kcal
Protein9.79%
Fat25.83%
Carbs64.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.65
Glycemic Load
6.46
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
11.250869416672%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.34mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
3.4mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
3.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:157.88kcal
7.89%
Fat:4.61g
7.09%
Saturated Fat:1.19g
7.46%
Carbohydrates:25.86g
8.62%
Net Carbohydrates:23.33g
8.49%
Sugar:2.94g
3.26%
Cholesterol:1.22mg
0.41%
Sodium:159.9mg
6.95%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.93g
7.86%
Vitamin K:51.45µg
49%
Vitamin C:38.67mg
46.87%
Manganese:0.72mg
36.19%
Phosphorus:122.45mg
12.25%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.73%
Folate:42.16µg
10.54%
Fiber:2.52g
10.08%
Magnesium:35.64mg
8.91%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.74%
Vitamin B3:1.72mg
8.62%
Iron:1.3mg
7.25%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.75%
Calcium:64.31mg
6.43%
Potassium:221.78mg
6.34%
Vitamin E:0.9mg
5.98%
Vitamin A:281.6IU
5.63%
Vitamin B5:0.54mg
5.44%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.22%
Copper:0.08mg
4.21%
Selenium:2.04µg
2.92%