One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice
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One Pot Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice
Description
The recipe starts by sautéing diced onions and minced garlic in olive oil to soften and develop aroma, followed by browning seasoned chicken pieces until the exterior loses its pink color. The uncooked rice is then sautéed briefly in olive oil to toast slightly, enhancing its nutty flavor before simmering.
Chicken broth, paprika, and oregano are added, and the heat is raised to bring the mixture to a boil. Broccoli florets are added partway through to steam and retain some bite. Once the rice is fully cooked and liquid absorbed, shredded cheddar cheese is stirred in to melt and make the dish rich and creamy.
This all-in-one meal combines protein, vegetables, and starch, making it convenient for a satisfying weeknight dinner. The cheddar cheese offers a sharp flavor that contrasts nicely with the seasoned chicken and fresh broccoli.
The choice of sharp cheddar is preferred for flavor, but mild cheddar, Colby, or pepper jack are acceptable alternatives depending on taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite sized pieces, boneless and skinless
- 2 1/2 cups broccoli cut into bite sized pieces, florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1 ¼ teaspoons salt divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup onion about ¼ medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup white rice long grain
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth I used low sodium
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet add two teaspoons of olive oil and turn the oven on to medium low heat. Add onions and garlic sautéing until they soften,, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the sliced chicken to the pan and sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper over both sides of the chicken. Increase the heat to medium high.
- Cook the chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes until the pink on the outside disappears. The chicken doesn’t need to fully cook through the center at this step or it may dry out further along in the recipe.
- Turn heat back to medium and slide all the chicken to one side of the pan. Move the pan so the empty side of the pan is over the middle of the burner.
- Add a tablespoon of olive oil in the empty side of the pan and allow it to warm. Add the uncooked rice in the olive oil and saute for 2-3 minutes, stirring until it just begins to brown.
- Add the chicken broth, paprika and oregano to the pan and stir. Turn the heat up to medium high and bring the liquid to a boil.
- Once the liquid boils cover the pan with a lid and turn the heat down to medium low to keep the liquid simmering. Cook chicken and rice mixture covered for about 12-13 minutes.
- Add broccoli and sprinkle ¼ teaspoon of salt around the pan. Stir to combine the broccoli with the rice and chicken.
- Cover the pan again and cook covered for another 8-9 minutes on low, or until broccoli and rice are both tender and the liquid has mostly absorbed. There should be a little liquid in the pan but the dish shouldn't be still wet.
- Turn off the heat. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the rice then cover for 2 minutes to melt the cheese. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Sharp cheddar cheese is recommended to provide a stronger cheese flavor, but mild cheddar, Colby, or pepper jack can also be used.
- Different types of rice may behave differently; this recipe works best with long grain white rice, as noted in the full article.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 435kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 29g | 10% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 88mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 1179mg | 49% |
| Potassium | 569mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 655IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 43mg | 48% |
| Calcium | 315mg | 32% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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