Description
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli and Rice is a comforting, one-pot dish that brings together tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and fluffy rice, all enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests with its nostalgic flavors and satisfying textures. Every bite is a delightful fusion of savory goodness that promises to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups shredded cheese (1 cup cheddar, 1 cup mozzarella)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown but not fully cooked.
- In a bowl, combine uncooked rice, broccoli florets, cheeses (reserve some for topping), chicken broth, soy sauce, and cream of mushroom soup; mix well.
- Place partially cooked chicken in the baking dish and pour the rice mixture evenly over it.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil, top with reserved cheese, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg