One-Pan Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice
One-Pan Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice is an ultra cheesy dinner made from easy ingredients like chicken, broccoli, and rice!
Equipment
Ingredients
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 chicken breast
- 1/2 tsp salt and pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, (crushed)
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 21/2 cups chicken broth
- 21/2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, (divided)
Instructions
How To Make Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice:
- Saute the onion in oil until soft. Cube and season the chicken breast with salt and pepper; and add to the onions. Stir in the garlic and cook until the chicken is almost done.
- Add the cream cheese and melt. Then stir in the rice and broth and bring to a boil. Simmer covered over low for 12 minutes.
- Open the lid and stir in the broccoli, cover and continue to cook for 8 more minutes.
- Stir in half the cheese and garnish the top with the remaining cheddar cheese. Cover and allow the cheese to melt.
Notes
- Broccoli* can use fresh or frozen broccoli florets.
- Chicken Broth: can stir together 2 1/2 cups of water with 2 tsp of chicken bullion powder.
Nutrition Facts
One-Pan Cheesy Chicken, Broccoli, and Rice
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
371
% Daily Value*
Fat
20
g
31
%
Saturated Fat
10
g
63
%
Cholesterol
63
mg
21
%
Sodium
1569
mg
68
%
Potassium
817
mg
23
%
Carbohydrates
30
g
10
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
3
g
3
%
Protein
20
g
40
%
Vitamin A
1226
IU
25
%
Vitamin C
129
mg
156
%
Calcium
304
mg
30
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
