Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole

This is loosely based on the Cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu recipe at Picky Palate, but I changed it up a bit to suit my family's taste.  I have a habit of reading recipes but never following them exactly. I always put my own spin on things.

Cheesy Chicken Cordon Bleu Rice Casserole

2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 clove fresh garlic, minced

½ lb diced ham

2 Cups cooked shredded chicken breast

4 Tablespoons margarine

¼ Cup flour

1 tsp Zatarain's or other Cajun seasoning

 14 oz can chicken broth

3 Cups cooked brown rice

2 cups shredded cheese, your choice(I used Parmesan and sharp cheddar)

4 oz. cream cheese, softened

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Saute garlic, ham, and chicken in a skillet over medium heat until garlic is golden, but not browned.  Melt margarine; stir in flour and seasoning until combined.  Stir in chicken broth very slowly until smooth.  Add cooked rice, then transfer to a greased 9" x 13" baking dish.  Spread softened cream cheese in a thin layer over top of rice mixture.  Top with shredded cheese.  Bake for 20-25 minutes.  Cover with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.