How to make Cheesy Chicken and Rice - Chef Kendra's Easy Cooking!

cream of chicken soup

🥗Healthier: homemade chicken broth

💰Cheaper: canned vegetable soup

Homemade broth reduces sodium and enhances flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese maintains creaminess with fewer calories.

broccoli

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen veggies are cost-effective and nutritious.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is convenient and budget-friendly.

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.

Add flour and stir for a couple of minutes.

Pour in the chicken stock and stir well.

Add black pepper and salt, then stir in.

Add the extra sharp cheddar cheese and reduce heat to low, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

In an 8x8 baking dish, combine cooked chicken, seasonings, garlic, sautéed vegetables, and cooked rice; mix well.

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

Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.

Bake uncovered for 30 minutes or until the cheese on top melts.

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