Best 5 Broccoli Cauliflower Cheesy Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with ourBroccoli Cauliflower Cheesy Rice Casserole, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This wholesome casserole features tender broccoli and cauliflower florets enveloped in a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce, all nestled atop a bed of fluffy rice.

Our recipe collection offers variations to suit every palate: a classic version with cheddar cheese, a spicy rendition with hot peppers, and a vegan version with dairy-free cheese alternatives. Each version promises a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or special occasions.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESY BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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After I found this broccoli cauliflower casserole in an old church cookbook, I adjusted it to make it lower in calories and fat. The creamy cheese sauce makes it a tasty way to get children to eat their vegetables. -Nancy Whitford, Edwards, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon butter
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups 1% milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
5 cups frozen broccoli florets, thawed
2-1/4 cups frozen cauliflowerets, thawed
1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham
1 cup soft bread crumbs
Butter-flavored cooking spray

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Add cheeses; stir until melted., Place vegetables in a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with ham. Pour sauce over ham. Place bread crumbs in a small bowl; spray with butter-flavored spray. Sprinkle around the edge of casserole. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 707mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

RICE, BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER CASSEROLE



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I like this excellent casserole with the combination of good vegetables to make it as a side dish with meat, chicken, turkey or fish. (Updated: I have made some corrections to this recipe)

Provided by pink cook

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup rice, uncooked
1 cup broccoli, cut off and discard thick stems
1 cup cauliflower, broken into small florets
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup light sour cream
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped and drained
4 tablespoons butter, melted and divided
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup seasoned stuffing mix, crumbled or 3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs, for topping

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add rice to pan, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes.
  • Add broccoli and cauliflower to pan, cover, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender but crisy, and strain any remaining water out of pan.
  • Place rice and vegetables in a greased 13x 9x 2", or a greased 2 -1/2 quart baking dish and set aside.
  • Meanwhile in a bowl, combine cheese, sour cream, green chiles, 2 tablespoons butter, salt and pepper. Pour cheese mixture over the rice and vegetables and stir to coat.
  • Sprinkle stuffing or bread crumbs evenly over dish and add the other 2 tablespoons butter on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350ºF. until heated through and serve warm.
  • NOTE: It may be served immediately, but for a thicker sauce, allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.6, Fat 18.2, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 53.5, Sodium 612.7, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 1.8, Protein 8.3

CURRIED CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI CASSEROLE



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This chicken and broccoli casserole is my 13-year-old son's favorite dish and the one he requests for every one of his birthdays. It is very good and combines the creamy texture of the cheese sauce with the crunchy texture of the corn flakes. It is a standby meal and easy to make, freeze, and bake at a later date. You can freeze it up to 6 months. If frozen, bake uncovered for 1 hour.

Provided by Sean Greene

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Curries     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 bunch broccoli, cut into chunks - or more to taste
1 (3 pound) cooked rotisserie chicken, meat removed from bones and chopped
2 (10.75 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon curry powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup crushed corn flakes cereal
¼ cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Place broccoli into a microwave-safe dish with a lid, pour in a small amount of water, cover, and cook on high in microwave until broccoli is steaming and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully remove lid and spread broccoli into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread cooked chicken in a layer over the broccoli.
  • Whisk cream of chicken soup, mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl and pour sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Spread the Cheddar cheese over the sauce and sprinkle casserole with corn flake crumbs and almonds.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling, the cheese has melted, and the crumb topping is browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 154.2 mg, Fat 61.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 1226.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER CHEESY RICE CASSEROLE



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This is a very moist and delicious side dish , sometimes I will add chicken chunks and I enjoy this as a meal.

Provided by Karla Everett

Categories     Other Side Dishes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pkg frozen chopped broccoli and cauliflower
1/2 medium chopped onion
1 1/2 Tbsp butter
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
1/4 c milk
1/4 lb velveeta ; cubed
1 1/2 c cooked rice
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook Rice according to package.
  • 2. Cook broccoli and cauliflower according to package.
  • 3. Saute' onion in butter until tender.
  • 4. Add soup , Velveeta cheese and milk to the onions ; cook until cheese is melted.
  • 5. Fold in cooked rice and cooked vegetables to the cheese mixture.
  • 6. Pour into a greased baking dish ; cover and cook @ 325° for 30 minutes.

BROCCOLI AND CAULIFLOWER CHEESE CASSEROLE



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Broccoli and cauliflower baked in a cheese cream sauce.

Provided by MikeP

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Cauliflower

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound broccoli crowns, cut into small pieces
½ pound cauliflower, broken into small florets
¼ cup butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ¼ cups half-and-half
½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
⅔ cup grated Cheddar cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
.063 teaspoon paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons grated Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cauliflower and cook uncovered until tender yet firm to the bite, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain in a colander and immediately immerse in ice water for several minutes to stop the cooking process. Drain and transfer broccoli-cauliflower to a baking dish.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add flour and stir until browned and bubbling, 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk half-and-half and Dijon mustard into butter-flour mixture; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until cream sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir 2/3 cup Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and paprika into cream sauce; cook and stir until cheeses are melted. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Pour sauce over broccoli-cauliflower mixture and top with 3 tablespoons Cheddar cheese and bread crumbs.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until topping is lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 46.8 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.9 g, Sodium 277.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips:

  • For a creamier casserole, use half-and-half or heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Add a cup of cooked, shredded chicken or turkey for a protein-packed meal.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers for a pop of flavor.
  • Top the casserole with a layer of crispy fried onions for a crunchy topping.
  • Serve the casserole with a side of steamed broccoli or asparagus for a healthy and delicious meal.

Conclusion:

This broccoli cauliflower cheesy rice casserole is a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's packed with vegetables, protein, and cheese, and it's sure to be a hit. With its creamy sauce, tender vegetables, and crispy topping, this casserole is a comfort food classic that's perfect for any occasion.

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