Description

Chicken broccoli rice is a hearty, one-pan comfort dish with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh broccoli. Customizable to be creamy, cheesy, or light, it’s perfect for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup white rice (or brown rice)
2 cups broccoli florets
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup milk or cream (optional, for creaminess)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for a cheesy version)
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
1 tsp paprika (optional)
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until lightly browned, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
Add rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
Pour in chicken broth, cover, and simmer until rice is nearly cooked.
Add broccoli florets and cook until tender and bright green.
Return chicken to the pot and stir to combine.
For a creamy or cheesy version, stir in milk or cream and shredded cheddar until melted and creamy.

Notes

Make it cheesy with cheddar or mozzarella.Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.Add peas, carrots, or mushrooms for extra vegetables.Turn into a casserole by topping with cheese and baking until golden.Freeze for up to 2 months for easy meal prep.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 95mg