If you love a cozy casserole-style dinner but don’t want to turn on the oven, this Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Rice Skillet is such a great option. Everything cooks together in one pan with tender chicken, rice, broccoli, and a creamy cheese sauce that makes it extra comforting.
This recipe is perfect for busy nights because it uses simple ingredients and comes together quickly. It’s filling, kid-friendly, and makes great leftovers for lunch the next day.
It’s basically a stovetop version of classic chicken broccoli casserole but faster and easier.
Creamy Chicken & Broccoli Rice Skillet
Description
Creamy chicken and broccoli rice skillet is an easy one-pan dinner made with chicken, rice, broccoli, and cheese. A quick budget-friendly weeknight comfort meal.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
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Stir in:
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uncooked rice
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chicken broth
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garlic powder
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salt and pepper
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Bring mixture to a simmer, cover, and cook 12–15 minutes until rice is nearly tender.
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Stir in broccoli and cream cheese.
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Cover again and cook another 3–5 minutes until broccoli is tender and cream cheese melts.
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Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until creamy and combined.
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Serve warm with parmesan if desired.
Note
Frozen broccoli works perfectly here
Rotisserie chicken can be used to save time
Add mushrooms for extra flavor
Add a splash of milk if mixture gets too thick
