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Cheesy Chicken and Rice

A one-pot dish combining chicken, rice, cheese, and broth cooked together until rice is tender and creamy. Finished with melted cheese and fresh garnish for richness and brightness.

50
min
4
servings
771
kcal
55.5g
protein

Ingredients

4 servings
White rice1.5 cups
Onion1 medium
Garlic3 cloves
Bell pepper1 medium
Peas1 cup
Olive oil2 tbsp
Salt1 tsp

Method

1

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces; dice the onion and bell pepper; mince the garlic; measure rice and broth.

2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

3

Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute until fragrant, then add chicken pieces and cook 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mostly opaque on the outside.

4

Stir in uncooked rice and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to lightly toast the grains.

5

Pour in broth, then add bell pepper and peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

6

Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

7

Divide among serving bowls and top with parmesan cheese and chopped green onion if desired.

Nutrition, per serving

Calories771 kcal
Protein55.5 g
Carbohydrate73.7 g
Fat28.5 g
Fibre3.1 g
Sodium1785.2 mg

Per serving. Changing servings scales the amounts, not these figures.

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