Description
Comfort meets convenience in this one-pan cheesy chicken broccoli and rice masterpiece, combining hearty ingredients for a wholesome meal. Savory chicken, tender broccoli, and creamy cheese blend perfectly, creating a satisfying dinner solution you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts
Vegetables:
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 onion
- 2 cloves garlic
Cooking Essentials:
- 1 cup rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat a spacious skillet and drizzle with olive oil, then methodically sear chicken pieces until they develop a golden-brown exterior.
- Introduce finely chopped onions and minced garlic to the skillet, gently sautéing until the aromatics become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate uncooked rice, chicken broth, and carefully season with salt and freshly ground pepper, ensuring even distribution of ingredients.
- Securely cover the skillet and reduce heat, allowing the rice to gently simmer and absorb the flavorful liquid until it reaches a tender consistency.
- Layer fresh broccoli florets atop the partially cooked rice and chicken mixture, covering briefly to steam the vegetables until they reach a vibrant green and crisp-tender texture.
- Remove the skillet from heat and generously sprinkle sharp cheddar cheese over the surface, stirring until the cheese melts completely and creates a luxurious, creamy coating that binds all ingredients together.
- Transfer the one-pan meal to serving dishes, ensuring each portion receives an equal distribution of chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheesy goodness, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and quicker preparation.
- Select sharp cheddar cheese for a more intense flavor profile that complements the chicken and broccoli.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels and customize seasoning to taste.
- Transform this dish into a gluten-free option by using cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg