One Pan Chickpea Broccoli Rice Casserole
This One Pan Chickpea Broccoli Rice Casserole is a hearty, nutritious, and flavorful dish that combines chickpeas, broccoli, rice, turkey bacon, and chicken ham in a single pan. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, meal prep, or a comforting family meal. Its one-pan design keeps cleanup minimal while delivering maximum taste and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked rice (white, brown, or your choice)
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups broccoli florets, fresh or lightly steamed
- 1 cup chicken ham, diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and spices to taste (paprika, thyme, or your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe pan over medium heat.
- Sauté chopped onion for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute, stirring frequently.
- Add turkey bacon and chicken ham, cooking 4–5 minutes until slightly crisp.
- Stir in uncooked rice and coat with oil and aromatics.
- Pour in broth and season with salt, pepper, and spices. Mix well.
- Fold in chickpeas and broccoli, distributing evenly.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook 15–20 minutes on the stovetop, stirring occasionally.
- Optional: sprinkle cheese on top and bake 10–15 minutes until golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize with other vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or zucchini.
Adjust spices according to taste.
Use pre-cooked or canned chickpeas for a faster preparation.