The BEST Chicken Casserole of them ALL

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: cream of mushroom soup

Cream of mushroom soup is often less expensive and has a similar texture.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

American cheese is often less expensive and melts well.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine can be a cheaper alternative for greasing and flavor.

broccoli

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen mixed vegetables can be more affordable and convenient.

Melt 3/4 cup unsalted butter in a large pan over medium heat.

Add 1.5 cups chopped onions and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.

Stir in 4 cloves minced garlic and cook for another minute.

Add 1.5 cups all-purpose flour and cook for about 2 minutes to form a roux.

Whisk in 1.5 cups chicken stock and 1.5 cups half and half until smooth and thickened.

Stir in 8 ounces shredded Fontina cheese until melted and combined.

In a large bowl, combine 4 cups steamed long grain rice, 4 cups rotisserie chicken, and blanched broccoli.

Pour the cheese sauce over the rice mixture and stir to combine.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with breadcrumbs if desired.

Bake in the oven until heated through and bubbly.

Cooking Techniques

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