Description
A comforting and convenient casserole that combines chicken, broccoli, and cheese over fluffy rice, all cooked in one pot.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken breasts, sliced into small, thin pieces
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1 cup white rice, rinsed
- 1 bag (or 5 cups) broccoli (frozen or fresh florets)
- 1.5 cups three-cheese blend
- 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup blended cottage cheese (optional)
- 1 cup chicken bone broth
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until it becomes translucent. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add the chicken pieces and sauté until cooked through, seasoning with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Stir in the bone broth and rice, bringing to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Add the broccoli, Parmesan cheese, and ½ cup of the shredded three-cheese blend (add cottage cheese if using). Cover and cook until the broccoli is tender and the cheese melts.
- Preheat the broiler. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, then broil for about 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
Substitutions: You can use brown rice instead of white; just adjust the cooking time. Quality Tips: Fresh herbs provide a stronger flavor than dried, so consider using fresh if available. Optional Add-Ins: Add bell peppers or mushrooms for extra veggies.