Cheesy Chicken, Rice and Broccoli Skillet
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
Cheesy Chicken, Rice and Broccoli Skillet
Description
The recipe starts by cooking chopped onion and garlic in olive oil in an oven-safe skillet, then adding bite-sized pieces of chicken breast seasoned with salt and pepper, sautéed until golden. Uncooked long-grain white rice joins the skillet along with heavy cream and chicken broth, simmered covered until the rice is tender.
After the rice fully cooks, broccoli florets and most of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese are mixed in and cooked further until the broccoli softens and the cheese melts, creating a creamy blend of textures and flavors. Seasoning is adjusted to taste with salt and pepper, and extra broth can be added to maintain moisture.
To finish, a topping of panko bread crumbs, grated Parmesan, and melted butter is sprinkled over the skillet along with the remaining cheddar. The Broiler heats and browns the topping until golden and crisp, adding a contrast to the creamy interior layers.
The dish can be served as a complete meal that combines protein, vegetables, and starch with a crisp, cheesy crust, ideal for an easy dinner that cooks in one pan.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces, boneless skinless
- kosher salt
- black pepper freshly ground
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth plus extra, if needed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups cheddar cheese sharp, shredded
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 3 Tablespoons butter melted
Instructions
- In a large oven-safe skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden on the outside, about 6 minutes.
- Stir in rice, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer over medium low heat, cover and cook until rice is tender (about 30 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- When rice is tender, add broccoli, and 1½ cups of the cheddar cheese. Mix until combined and continue simmering until broccoli is tender and cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Season with more salt and pepper if needed and add more chicken broth if needed. (You want this mixture to be moist and more on the “wet” side.)
- Heat broiler.
- In a small bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and melted butter, set aside. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup grated cheese over chicken & broccoli followed by the bread crumb mixture. Broil until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes. Serve immediately.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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