Description
This One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice recipe is a delicious and easy meal that combines tender chicken, flavorful rice, and nutritious broccoli all in one pot. The cheesy finish adds a comforting touch to this hearty dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into small, bite-sized pieces)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice OR long-grain rice
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 bag (12 oz) frozen steamable broccoli (about 2 cups chopped broccoli)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned on all sides.
- Add Rice and Broth: Stir in rice and chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add Broccoli and Cheese: Stir in broccoli and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve: Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Feel free to customize the cheese by using a blend of different types, like mozzarella or Parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg