Best 9 Broccoli Rice Hot Dish Recipes

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**Broccoli Rice Hot Dish: A Comforting Classic with a Twist**

Broccoli rice hot dish is a classic Midwestern comfort food that combines tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce, all baked to golden perfection. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your preferences, making it a perfect option for weeknight dinners or potlucks. In this article, we'll share two delicious recipes for broccoli rice hot dish: a traditional version and a lightened-up version with Greek yogurt. Both recipes are packed with flavor and sure to become family favorites. So, gather your ingredients and let's get cooking!

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BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE



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This hearty broccoli rice casserole is my usual choice to make for a potluck. With the green of the broccoli and the rich cheese sauce, it's pretty to serve, and it makes a tasty side dish for almost any kind of meat. -Margaret Mayes, La Mesa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped celery
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
1 tablespoon butter
1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese sauce
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
3 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, celery and broccoli; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-5 minutes. Stir in the cheese sauce, soup and milk until smooth. Spoon rice into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Pour cheese mixture over rice; do not stir. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 782mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BEST BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 10 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, grated
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
3 cups whole milk
4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
8 ounces processed cheese, cubed
3 cups grated sharp Cheddar
8 cups small broccoli florets
6 ounces diced pimentos, drained
2 1/2 cups cooked long-grain rice

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F degrees.
  • In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Sprinkle over the flour, dry mustard and cayenne and stir to mix it in well. Continue to cook for 1 minute.
  • Next, add the milk, stirring constantly; cook until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add the cream cheese and Parmesan, stirring until totally combined. Stir in the pepper, salt and paprika. Add the processed cheese, stirring until completely melted. Next, add 1 1/2 cups of the Cheddar and stir until melted. Then, fold in the broccoli and pimentos.
  • In a large baking dish, create a base with half of the rice. Top with half of the broccoli cheese sauce. Repeat with the remaining rice, then the remaining sauce. Sprinkle the rest of the Cheddar evenly over the top of the casserole. Bake until bubbly, about 30 minutes.

CHEESY BROCCOLI RICE CASSEROLE



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Easy cheesy broccoli rice casserole is a classic and comforting side dish that's great with a weeknight meal or holiday buffet.

Provided by Maegan - The BakerMama

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups quick cooking white rice (about 4 cups cooked)
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 medium white onion, chopped
4 cups fresh broccoli, large stems removed and broken into small pieces
1 (10.5 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
8 ounces processed American cheese, divided (such as Velveeta)
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup crushed potato chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook rice according to package directions.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and broccoli and cook until onion is transparent. Add soup, 4 ounces cheese and milk. Stir until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and stir in cooked rice. Pour mixture into a lightly greased 8×8-inch casserole dish. Shred or crumble remaining 4 ounces cheese over the top of the mixture and then sprinkle with the crushed potato chips.
  • Bake for 30 minutes until cheese on top is melted and casserole is bubbly.

BROCCOLI AND RICE



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In order to infuse the rice with the taste of broccoli, I puree the broccoli stalk with water and cook the rice in the green broccoli water. Some freshly squeezed lemon at the end adds freshness to this broccoli and rice recipe.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head broccoli, stalk and florets chopped separately
2 cups water
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ cup uncooked white rice
salt to taste
1 squeeze lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine broccoli stalk and 1 cup water in a blender; blend until pureed. Add remaining cup of water for a total of 2 cups of green water to cook the rice in.
  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat and cook garlic until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add rice and cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add chopped broccoli florets, green water, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until rice is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Fluff cooked rice with a fork and squeeze lemon juice on top before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 68.7 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

BROCCOLI RICE HOT DISH



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With green broccoli, golden cheese and sweet red peppers, this bountiful bake has plenty of eye appeal...and it makes a tasty and satisfying meatless entree or side dish. From Sun City West, Arizona, Gretchen Widner sent the recipe for her comforting rice-and-veggie combo.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups hot cooked rice
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup egg substitute
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
FILLING:
3 cups frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
4 ounces chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup fat-free milk
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, cheese, egg substitute and garlic salt. Press firmly into a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, place the broccoli, mushrooms, red pepper and onion in a steamer basket over 1 in. boiling water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender., In a large bowl, combine the egg substitute, milk, onion salt and pepper; stir in vegetables. Pour over crust. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 527mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BROCCOLI RICE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup white rice
1/4 red bell pepper, chopped
1 box chopped frozen broccoli, defrosted and squeezed dry in kitchen towel

Steps:

  • Bring broth and butter to a boil. Add rice and stir to combine. Bring liquid back to a boil then reduce heat and simmer, 15 minutes.
  • Add bell pepper and chopped, defrosted, drained broccoli. Cook rice with broccoli and pepper another 2 to 3 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.

BROCCOLI-HAM HOT DISH



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One of my best friends shared this recipe with me. My family loves it because it includes one of our favorite vegetables: broccoli. For potluck, it's a delicious and colorful way to use leftover ham. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen cut broccoli
2 cups cooked rice
6 tablespoons butter, cubed
2 cups fresh bread crumbs (about 2-1/2 slices)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups milk
1-1/2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed
Shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook broccoli according to package directions; drain. Spoon rice into a 13x9-in. baking pan. Place broccoli over rice. , Melt butter in a large skillet. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the bread crumbs and set aside. In remaining butter, saute onion until soft. Add flour, salt and pepper, stirring constantly until blended; stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add ham. , Pour over rice and broccoli. Sprinkle with crumbs. Bake until heated through, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1583mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

BROCCOLI RICE HOT DISH



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With green broccoli, golden cheese and sweet red peppers, this bountiful bake has plenty of eye appeal...and it makes a tasty and satisfying meatless entree or side dish. From the April/May 2003 Taste of Home's Light & Tasty magazine.

Provided by Crafty Lady 13

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups hot cooked rice
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup egg substitute
3/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed
4 ounces chopped fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped sweet pepper
1/2 medium onion, chopped
1 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup nonfat milk
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the rice, cheese, 1/2 cup egg substitute and garlic salt. Press firmly into a 2-quart baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Bake at 375°F for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, place the broccoli, mushrooms, red pepper and onion in a steamer basket over 1 inch boiling water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil; cover and steam for 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • In a bowl, combine the egg substitute, milk, onion salt and pepper; stir in vegetables. Pour over rice crust. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered at 375°F for 25-30 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.4, Sodium 141.6, Carbohydrate 25, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.2, Protein 10.4

BROCCOLI RICE



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What a great low-carb side dish! Tasty alone or as a replacement for rice under your favorite stir-fry or sauce. This also makes a great filling for tacos, over a grain bowl, or cool and toss in a salad. Add other herbs and flavors as desired!

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Onion

Time 14m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) bag broccoli florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ small onion, minced
2 large cloves garlic, minced
¾ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 of the broccoli florets in a food processor; pulse about 20 times until broccoli looks like grains of rice. Repeat with remaining broccoli florets.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook for 30 seconds. Stir in broccoli rice, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until broccoli has softened, about 5 minutes. Pour lemon juice on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 359.1 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

Tips for the Best Broccoli Rice Hot Dish:

  • Choose the right rice. Medium-grain or long-grain white rice are the best choices for this dish, as they cook up fluffy and separate.
  • Don't overcook the rice. The rice should be cooked until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use fresh broccoli. Fresh broccoli has the best flavor and texture. If you are using frozen broccoli, be sure to thaw it completely before adding it to the dish.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the broccoli and rice, be sure to use a large pan so that the ingredients have plenty of room to cook evenly.
  • Season to taste. The amount of salt and pepper you add to the dish will depend on your personal preference. Be sure to taste the dish before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.

Conclusion:

Broccoli rice hot dish is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this dish is sure to become a staple in your recipe collection. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this broccoli rice hot dish a try. You won't be disappointed!

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