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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Rice Bowl

This Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Rice Bowl is a quick and easy lunch or a simple dish to make ahead of time for meal prepping! Use ingredients from Hungryroot for even easier prep!
Course Main Course
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Author Jessica

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice + 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1-2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 clove garlic chopped
  • 1/3 cup onion chopped
  • 2 grilled boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare rice in vegetable broth (or use a precooked pouch). Cook as directed. Divide into bowls.
  • In a skillet, add olive oil and heat over medium heat.
  • Add in onion and garlic, cooking just until fragrant.
  • Then, add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook until slightly softened.
  • Add the chicken to the pan and cook just until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide chicken and broccoli mixture between bowls. Top with cheese. Allow cheese to melt and serve.

Notes

Optional swaps: use quinoa or cauliflower rice for the bowls.
Double the recipe and use for meal prepping.