![]() In my opinion, it’s hard to have too much cheese in a recipe, so I toss in a couple large handfuls and mix it all together so it melts and binds the broccoli, rice, and chicken together. If I’m being honest, I rarely measure out an exact cup. ![]() The last step is to add the shredded cheddar cheese. My wife is notorious for putting something on the stove and then getting busy (usually chasing after our two toddlers) and letting the pan boil over and leaving a burned mess on the stove top! If you have a gas stove, this is even worse because you have to move the hot grates or let the surface cool before you can clean it, so avoid letting the pan boil over if possible. If your stove seems to be on the hot side, you might want to reduce the temp to medium-low, just to avoid the chance of burning the bottom or boiling over. Cover with a lid and let simmer for about 15 minutes. Bring all of this to a boil and then reduce heat to medium. Once your chicken is cooked and your onions are soft, add the rice, broccoli, and chicken broth. Crunchy raw onions will definitely turn off your picky eaters! Make sure your onions are soft before moving on to the next step. I use pre-minced garlic to save time and dishes. Cook the chicken most of the way through then add the onions and garlic. I like to measure all of my spices in advance so that I can just toss them all in at once. Once your butter is sizzling in the skillet, toss in the chicken and spices. Try to make them about the same size so that they cook evenly, but don’t worry if they’re not perfect cubes. If you need a time saving option, you can always buy pre-cut broccoli florets in the produce department of your local grocery store. I like to chop all my veggies first so I can use the same cutting board for any meat. Next, chop your onions and set them aside. Don’t cut them too small or they will fall apart while cooking, and no one likes mushy broccoli. Start by chopping your broccoli into florets. I figured I could disguise the broccoli by surrounding it with cheesy rice and tender chicken, and my disguise worked! I promise if you have your own picky eater to contend with, this is the perfect recipe for you. I definitely didn’t eat broccoli, regardless of whether it was covered with cheese! When my oldest started eating solid food, I knew I had to change my dietary ways so that my son did not follow in my footsteps, and this Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice Skillet Dinner seemed like the perfect place to start. So here’s the truth…before my wife and I had kids I was a VERY picky eater. This easy recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner! It uses minimal ingredients and only takes about 30 minutes to come together. ![]()
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