Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

by THEYUMMYBOWL

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Easy & Quick Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole

This healthy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole is pure comfort! It reheats well, can be made ahead, and freezes perfectly in portions.

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Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F and grease an 8x11 casserole dish. In a skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken in 1 tbsp oil for 5-6 minutes. Set aside.

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Step 2

In the same skillet, heat the remaining oil and sauté onion until browned. Whisk in flour for about a minute.

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Step 3

Whisk in flour for a minute, then gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Mix in spices, salt, and black pepper.

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Step 4

Simmer on low until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat, add 1½ cups cheddar, and stir until melted.

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Step 5

In the casserole dish, mix rice, broccoli, chicken, and sauce.

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