Description
A quick and easy one-skillet meal featuring chicken, broccoli, and rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup uncooked instant rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Add broccoli florets, instant rice, and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for the broccoli.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried herbs like Italian seasoning or thyme.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: broccoli, chicken, rice, skillet, easy, one-pan