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Chicken and Rice Skillet with Broccoli, Cheesy & Easy


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  • Author: olivia RECIPES
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: gluten-free

Description

A quick and delicious one-skillet meal featuring chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, broccoli, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley.
  • This dish is easily customizable with other vegetables.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: dinner
  • Method: skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg