Family Favorite Casserole

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

  • 1 pound cooked and shredded chicken
  • 2 cups quick-cooking rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of onion soup
  • 8 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 12-16 oz bag of frozen broccoli, thawed
  • Optional: 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs for topping

Cooking Instructions

Preparation:

  1. Preheat and Prepare:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  1. Cook the Rice:
    • Bring chicken broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
    • Add the quick-cooking rice, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  2. Make the Cheese Sauce:
    • In a separate pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
    • Stir in the heavy cream, milk, Velveeta, and both cans of soup. Continue to stir until the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Combine Ingredients:
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, shredded chicken, thawed broccoli, and cheese sauce. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the sauce.
  4. Assemble the Casserole:
    • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
    • If using, sprinkle Panko breadcrumbs evenly on top for a crispy finish.
  5. Bake:
    • Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
  6. Serve:
    • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving to help it set and make serving easier.

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