15 Minute Chicken Broccoli and Rice Dinner
Busy weeknights just got simpler with this flavorful and nutritious 15-Minute Chicken Broccoli and Rice Dinner! Perfectly seasoned, tender chicken is sautéed to golden perfection, then paired with fluffy rice, vibrant broccoli florets, and a savory blend of chicken broth and soy sauce, all cooked in just one skillet for easy cleanup. Optional shredded cheddar cheese adds a creamy finish, making it a family-friendly favorite packed with protein, veggies, and comforting flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and satisfying meal is ideal for anyone seeking a wholesome, stress-free dinner solution.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and cooked through.
Push the chicken to one side of the skillet and add the uncooked rice to the empty side. Toast the rice for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine everything in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove the lid and distribute the broccoli florets evenly over the skillet. Replace the lid and continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes, until the broccoli is tender and the rice has absorbed the broth.
Remove the skillet from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. If desired, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture and let it melt for 1-2 minutes.
Serve the chicken, broccoli, and rice hot and enjoy your quick and delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1876 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.8 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.2 g | 101% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 356 mg | 119% | |
| Sodium | 3548 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 151.1 g | 302% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 634 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 1666 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
