Description
One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice is a simple and delicious dinner option that combines tender chicken, nutritious broccoli, and creamy cheese over rice, all cooked in one pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in the rice and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Add broccoli florets, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding spices like paprika or Italian seasoning.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for quick meals.
- Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice, one-pot chicken and rice