Description
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Rice Delight is your go-to comfort food that brings together succulent chicken, crisp broccoli, and rich cheddar cheese, all enveloped in a luscious creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this dish can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, making it both convenient and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups fresh or frozen broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions using chicken broth instead of water.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the chicken breast. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until fully done.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté broccoli until tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with broccoli.
- In a bowl, mix heavy cream and cheddar cheese until smooth; pour into the skillet and stir well.
- Fold in the cooked rice gently until everything is combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg