INGREDIENTS
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4 cups broccoli florets, cut into (1-inch) pieces
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6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 ounces grated fresh Parmesan cheese (about 1/2 cup)
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1/3 cup half-and-half
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2 tablespoons dry sherry
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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4 ounces shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, divided (about 1 cup)
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4 cups cooked long-grain brown rice
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2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
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Cooking spray
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1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted