Description
Creamy Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Rice Delight is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. This hearty dish combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and rich cheddar cheese in a creamy sauce over fluffy rice, creating a warm and satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
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. Season and sauté chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add broccoli and sauté until tender (about 3-5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet. Mix heavy cream and cheddar cheese in a bowl until smooth; pour into the skillet and combine.
- Gently fold in cooked rice. Adjust seasoning as needed before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg