Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine the uncooked, rinsed rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer the rice for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat and fluff with a fork.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 3

Add in the shredded chicken, broccoli, 1 cup of chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese. Mix well.

Step 4

Spread the mixture evenly into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the Ritz crackers that you crushed with the melted butter. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 6

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The casserole is ready when it is heated through, the cheese has melted, and the topping is golden brown.

Step 7

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.