Quick Broccoli Rice

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4.9

105 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    40 mins

  • Servings

    8 servings

  • Calories

    254 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Quick Broccoli Rice

This creamy & cheesy broccoli recipe is a delicious side dish that cooks in 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

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  • ½ small onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • cup half and half or light cream
  • ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
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Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, cook onion in butter over medium heat until tender.
  2. Add broth, rice, and garlic powder. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cover. Cook 14 minutes.
  3. Quickly add broccoli to the pot and cover. Cook an additional 5-6 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  4. Remove from the heat and rest covered 5 minutes.
  5. Fluff with fork and stir in cream and cheeses.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0.66cup Calories 254 (13%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 28mg (9%) Sodium 483mg (20%) Potassium 268mg (8%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 507IU (10%) Vitamin C 40mg (44%) Calcium 146mg (15%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 254 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.66cup
Calories 254 13%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 28mg 9%
Sodium 483mg 20%
Potassium 268mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 507IU 10%
Vitamin C 40mg 44%
Calcium 146mg 15%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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