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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice: Comfort Food Bliss Made Easy

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice is a creamy, hearty dish that combines chicken, broccoli, and rice for a nutritious family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Chicken Recipes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice

  • 2 cups cooked chicken diced or shredded
  • 1 cup white or brown rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth homemade is best
  • 1 cup milk any milk alternative can be used

For the Veggies

  • 2 cups broccoli florets fresh or frozen
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

For the Cheesy Delight

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • optional cayenne for added heat

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing until the onion turns translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of uncooked rice to the saucepan; stir to coat in the buttery mixture. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 12–15 minutes, until the rice is almost tender.
  • Stir in 2 cups of broccoli florets and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Add 2 cups of diced or shredded cooked chicken, 1 cup of milk, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese to the pot. Mix until the cheeses melt into a creamy sauce.
  • Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne, if desired. Heat through for a couple of minutes.
  • Serve hot, garnished with extra cheese or fresh herbs.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for using leftover chicken or veggies, making it versatile and reducing waste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice, Comfort Food, creamy chicken rice, Easy Dinner, Family Recipe, One-Pot Meal
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