Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Rice Bowl

A comforting and hearty bowl filled with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and creamy cheese over a bed of fluffy rice.

NewPublished Mar 8, 2026
Prep Time15 min
Cook Time30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

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Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Rice Bowl served in a bowl with a fork.

Ingredients

Servings4

Yields 4 servings

  • (2 cups) cooked white rice
  • (1 lb) chicken breast, diced
  • (2 cups) broccoli florets
  • (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese
  • (1/2 cups) chicken broth
  • (1/4 cups) milk
  • (2 tablespoons) olive oil
  • (1 teaspoon) garlic powder
  • (1 teaspoon) onion powder
  • (1/2 teaspoons) salt
  • (1/4 teaspoons) black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add 1 lb diced chicken breast to the skillet and season with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook for 7-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.

  3. 3

    Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the skillet and pour in 1/2 cup chicken broth. Cover and steam for 5 minutes until the broccoli is tender.

  4. 4

    Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup milk into the chicken and broccoli mixture. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and creamy.

  5. 5

    Serve the cheesy chicken and broccoli mixture over 2 cups of cooked white rice.

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