A nostalgic, ultra-creamy casserole featuring tender chicken thighs, fresh broccoli, and a silky Velveeta cheese sauce.The perfect way to use up leftover white rice for a quick weeknight meal! The Best Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole You all know by now that I am a total cheesy casserole girl.There is just something so nostalgic and comforting about a warm dish bubbling out of the oven, especially when there’s cheese involved.

If I’m being honest, I always love me some Velveeta in my casseroles; it creates that perfectly smooth, creamy texture that’s hard to beat (much like my favorite crockpot mac and cheese with velveeta!).This recipe is also a total lifesaver for busy weeknights because it’s designed to use what you have.You’ll need 3 cups of cooked rice, which makes this a great recipe to keep on hand as I often make it with leftover Chinese rice.

I also make sure to use juicy chicken thighs for this bake because they stay so tender in the oven, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor and never dry.Must-Have Ingredients & Tips Broccoli: Use fresh florets and give them a quick steam so they stay bright green and tender-crisp in the casserole.Chicken Thighs: These are a must for maximum juiciness! Brown them with the onions first to lock in all that savory flavor.

Velveeta: This is the secret to that silky, nostalgic sauce that coats every single grain of rice perfectly.Cooked White Rice: I love keeping this re

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