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Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Skillet

Name: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil (Source: 2 tbsp olive oil); 1 each small onion, diced (Source: 1 small onion, diced); 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into pieces (Source: 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into pieces); 1 tbsp unsalted butter (Source: 1 tbsp unsalted butter); 1 cup white rice (Source: 1 cup white rice); 4 cloves garlic, minced (Source: 4 cloves garlic, minced); 2 cups chicken broth (Source: 2 cups chicken broth); 1 cup whole milk (Source: 1 cup whole milk); 4 cups broccoli, cut into florets (Source: 4 cups broccoli, cut into florets); 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (Source: 1/2 cup parmesan cheese); As Needed salt (Source seasoning: salt and pepper, to taste); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: salt and pepper, to taste)

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Skillet is made with chicken thighs, white rice, and chicken broth.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 30 min
Total: 45 min
Original yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 12 listed

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Estimating…

DinnerMain courseAmericanChickenPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Dinner · Main course
Primary protein: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes

A few quick notes

1. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

2. Prepare the first additions

Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.

3. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

Get to know the ingredients

small onion, diced

In the method: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.Add in onions and sauté for 4 minutes or until the onions start to get some color on them.

chicken thighs, cut into pieces

In the method: Add in the chicken and saute for 5 minutes (the chicken will not be all the way cooked that's ok)

white rice

In the method: Add in the butter and once melted stir in the rice and garlic.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve immediately and enjoy!

A little more help as you go

Prepare the pan

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the skillet. Start with this step: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat.Add in onions and sauté for 4 minutes or until the onions start to get some color on them.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Stir in the broccoli, cover and simmer for another 6 minutes or until the broccoli and rice are tender.Stir in the parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Follow the pan-heating step before adding its ingredients.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: chefsavvy.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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