Chicken and Cheese Casserole

Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Chicken and Cheese Casserole, a hearty dish that brings together tender chicken, wholesome broccoli, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese. Perfect for those hectic evenings when time is scarce, this one-dish wonder promises to satisfy the whole family with its delicious simplicity. Whether you’re a fan of easy weeknight meals or simply crave a comforting homemade dinner, this casserole is sure to become a favorite at your table. Join us as we explore how to create this irresistible combination of flavors in just a few easy steps!

 

Ingredients

    • 1 lb. Shredded chicken
    • 2 C. Instant Rice
    • 2 C. Chicken broth
    • 1 Can Cream of onion soup
    • 1 Can Cream of chicken soup
    • ¼ C. Butter unsalted
    • 8 oz. Velveeta cheese food
    • ½ C. Heavy whipping cream
    • ¼ C. Milk
    • 1 Bag frozen broccoli
    • Panko bread crumbsoptional

 

 

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the broccoli as directed in the microwave and drain.
  • Place the 2 cups of chicken broth in a saucepan on the stove over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice to the boiling chicken broth, remove from the heat, cover and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Stir the butter and velveeta into the cooked rice in the saucepan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and cooked broccoli.
  • Add the cheesy rice mixture to the mixing bowl.
  • Place the two cans of soup, milk and heavy whipping cream into the mixing bowl. Stir everything together completely.
  • Layer the mixture into a well-greased 9×13 baking dish.
  • Top with panko bread crumbs if desired.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until browned and bubbling.

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 1350mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g

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