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One Pot Chicken Broccoli and Rice

Course: Main Dish
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Author: Countryside Cravings
One Pot Chicken Broccoli and Rice -this easy 30 minute recipe is comfort food made fast! Tender chicken, broccoli cooked just right, fluffy rice and lots of melty cheese!
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Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts cut into small pieces
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups uncooked minute brown rice
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 1/2 cups small broccoli florets
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In a large skillet brown the chicken, onion and garlic with the olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until no longer pink about 7 minutes. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, milk and broccoli. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat and stir in 2 cups cheddar. Sprinkle with reserved cheddar and Parmesan cheese.