Broccoli, Cheese, & Rice Casserole

INGREDIENTS

4 tbsp

unsalted butter

1/4 cup

all-purpose flour

1 cup

chicken broth or stock

1 cup

1%, 2%, or whole milk

1/2 tsp

salt

1/4 tsp

EACH: garlic powder, onion powder, freshly cracked black pepper

1/2 tbsp

Italian seasoning

3/4 cup

sharp cheddar cheese, (freshly grated)

1/4 cup

sour cream ((I use fat free))

2 cups

prepared rotisserie chicken, (shredded/chopped)

2 cups

prepared white (or brown) rice*

2 cups

broccoli, (chopped into small bite-sized pieces)

3 tbsp

unsalted butter, (melted)

3/4

ths of 1 sleeve Ritz crackers, (crushed)