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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Bake

Few combinations say American comfort food quite like chicken, broccoli, and melted cheese. Recent recipe collections continue highlighting easy chicken-and-broccoli casseroles as practical choices for busy weeknights. 

Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked chicken (chopped)
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  • Steam the broccoli briefly until slightly tender.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan. Add flour and stir for about one minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and broth until smooth.
  • Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Combine chicken, broccoli, rice, half of the cheese, and the sauce.
  • Transfer everything to a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
  • Bake until bubbling and golden around the edges.

Notes

Serve warm with a simple green salad or garlic bread. 
For additional texture, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the cheese before baking.