One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli And Rice Recipe
This One Pan Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice recipe combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, fresh broccoli, and melted cheese into a satisfying meal made all in one pan. A perfect comfort food dish that saves time and reduces cleanup, this recipe delivers delicious flavor with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika, and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté diced onions and garlic until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in rice and chicken broth, bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken breasts to the pan, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Add broccoli florets during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Once cooked, sprinkle cheddar cheese over the chicken and rice, cover again to allow the cheese to melt.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese.
- You can substitute brown rice, but cooking time will need to be adjusted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice and broccoli
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg