One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice

A simple and delicious one-pan meal featuring chicken, broccoli, and rice with a cheesy twist.

By @hungry.happens

Original recipe source

Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 pound chicken breast, diced
• 0 salt
• 0 pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup rice, uncooked
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
2. Add diced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
5. Add uncooked rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the onion and garlic mixture.
6. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
7. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 minutes.
8. Add broccoli florets to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.
9. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
10. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt before serving.