Cheesy Angel Chicken and Rice

0 Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, and generously spray a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray.
1 In a microwave-safe bowl, soften the cream cheese and butter in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Whisk until smooth.
2 In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, butter and cream cheese mixture, cream of chicken soup, garlic, Italian dressing mix, chicken stock, half of the shredded cheese, and salt and pepper. Mix well until evenly combined.
3 Transfer the chicken and rice mixture to into the prepared casserole dish.
4 Top with remaining shredded cheese.
5 Cover the dish with foil, and bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbling.
6 Remove from oven, and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes. Remove foil.
7 Garnish with fresh parsley, and enjoy.