Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole (Allergy-Friendly)

This Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Casserole is a comforting, satisfying meal designed to be free of common allergens and irritants, including all citrus, nightshades, wheat, soy, and artificial sweeteners. Featuring a base of fluffy rice, tender chicken, and fresh broccoli, the casserole is enriched with a creamy yogurt and cheese sauce infused with mild herbs and boosted by nutritional yeast for depth of flavor. The whole dish comes together in under 30 minutes and bakes to golden, cheesy perfection—no tomato or vinegar in sight. Packed with protein, fiber, and balanced nutrition, this casserole is an ideal weeknight dinner for anyone seeking a family-friendly, allergy-conscious comfort food that doesn’t sacrifice taste or texture. Customizable for vegetarian diets as well, this recipe is both nourishing and delicious.

Overview

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

35 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (350 grams)

Cooked White Rice

Preferably day-old for best texture

2 cups

Cooked Chicken Breast

Shredded or diced

2 cups

Broccoli Florets

Fresh or frozen, cut into small pieces

2 cups

Unsalted Butter

2 tablespoons

Yellow Onion

Finely chopped (about 1 medium onion)

1 cup

Garlic

Minced

2 cloves

Low-Sodium Chicken Broth

No tomato or vinegar, check label for allergies

1 cup

Whole Milk

3/4 cup

Plain Greek Yogurt

Adds creaminess and protein

1/2 cup

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

1 cup

Nutritional Yeast

Adds savory, umami flavor

2 tablespoons

Fresh Parsley

Chopped, plus extra for garnish

2 tablespoons

Dried Thyme

1/2 teaspoon

Salt

Or to taste

1/2 teaspoon

Black Pepper

Or to taste

1/4 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

340

Total Fat

12g

Saturated Fat

5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

4g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

65mg

Sodium

520mg

Total Carbohydrates

29g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Soluble Fiber

1g

Insoluble Fiber

2g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

28g

Calcium

225mg

Iron

2.5mg

Potassium

750mg

Vitamin A

1250mcg

Vitamin C

35mg

Phosphorus

275mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Lemon
Lime
Orange
Grapefruit
Pineapple
Cranberries
Pomegranate
Sour cherries
Citrus juice
Citrus zest
Tomato
Marinara
Ketchup
Vinegar
Soy sauce
Teriyaki sauce
Worcestershire sauce
Hot sauce
Mustard
Mustard Seed
Chili paste
Chili powder
Cayenne
Paprika
Red pepper flakes
Wasabi
Horseradish
Coffee
Wheat
Aspartame
Sucralose
Saccharin
MSG