Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 1 cup brown rice (uncooked)
  • 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets (chopped)
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)

Instruction

  • In a large pan, sauté onions in two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat
  • Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper
  • Once onions soften, increase the heat to medium high and add chicken
  • Brown the chicken and add the garlic
  • Push chicken to one side of pan and add additional tablespoon of olive oil to pan
  • Add the uncooked rice in the olive oil and saute it for a couple of minutes
  • Add the chicken broth to the pan and bring the mixture to a boil
  • Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the pan with a lid
  • Cook chicken and rice mixture, covered, for about 10-12 minutes
  • Add broccoli and stir to combine
  • Continue to cook, covered, another 8-10 minutes on low, or until broccoli and rice are both tender
  • Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of cheese
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover with a lid, letting it sit for 1-2 minutes or until cheese has melted