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Broccoli Cheddar Chicken SkilletBroccoli Cheddar Chicken Skillet

Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Skillet

This simple one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and reheats well for delicious leftovers the next day.
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Recipe - ST. LOUIS PARK (+Wines & Spirits)
Recipe: Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Skillet
Broccoli Cheddar Chicken Skillet
Prep Time20 Minutes
Servings4
Cook Time25 Minutes
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 shallots, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 cup long grain white rice
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups whole milk
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
2 broccoli crowns, cut into small florets (about 2 cups)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the shallot and cook until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and cook another minute.
  4. Add the chicken breast pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. It does not need to be cooked through.
  5. Add the rice, chicken broth and milk; stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cover with a lid. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes.
  7. Remove the lid, add the broccoli to the mixture, cover and cook another 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and broccoli is softened.
  8. Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then sprinkle the remaining ½ cup on top. Cover and let the cheese melt for 1-2 more minutes. Serve and enjoy!
20 minutes
Prep Time
25 minutes
Cook Time
4
Servings

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the shallot and cook until it starts to soften, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and cook another minute.
  4. Add the chicken breast pieces and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. It does not need to be cooked through.
  5. Add the rice, chicken broth and milk; stir well to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat and cover with a lid. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes.
  7. Remove the lid, add the broccoli to the mixture, cover and cook another 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and broccoli is softened.
  8. Stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then sprinkle the remaining ½ cup on top. Cover and let the cheese melt for 1-2 more minutes. Serve and enjoy!