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ONE PAN CHICKEN RICE BROCCOLI recipe, served and ready to eat, easy homemade dinner
Yesica Andrews

One Pan Chicken Rice Broccoli Comforting Simple Family Meal

This One Pan Chicken Rice Broccoli recipe is a comforting and simple family meal that’s perfect for an easy dinner or weeknight dinner. Combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh broccoli all cooked in one pan, it’s a hassle-free one pan meal that your whole family will love. A cheesy, warm dish that brings chicken and rice together effortlessly.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 574
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion, diced finely
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1 cup uncooked extra long grain white rice
  • 2 1/2 cups of low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 1/2 cups broccoli florets, cut into bite sized pieces
  • 2 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese

Method
 

  1. Heat two tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the diced onion until softened.
  2. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then turn the heat to medium-high and add the chicken to the skillet.
  3. Cook the chicken until browned, then stir in the minced garlic and let it cook for about a minute.
  4. Move the chicken to one side of the pan and add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the empty side.
  5. Add the uncooked rice to the oil and toast it for a couple of minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring everything to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid.
  7. Let the chicken and rice simmer covered for about 12 minutes.
  8. Scatter the broccoli florets evenly on top of the mixture and gently stir to combine.
  9. Cover again and continue to cook for another 8 minutes on low heat, until both broccoli and rice are tender.
  10. Take the pan off the heat and mix in half a cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top, cover the skillet, and allow it to sit for 1-2 minutes so the cheese melts perfectly.

Notes

  • If using rotisserie chicken, add the chicken at the end with the cheese just to warm it through. A large skillet with a higher edge works best to hold all ingredients during cooking. A 12-inch skillet with a raised edge is recommended.