Chicken Broccoli Cauliflower Rice
This Chicken Broccoli Cauliflower Rice is a cozy, from-scratch weeknight dinner made with simple, real ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 3 cups cauliflower rice
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken, paprika, salt, and pepper, then stir to coat the pieces evenly. Cook uncovered for 5–10 minutes, or until the chicken is browned on all sides.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan to build flavor.
- Stir in the broccoli and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the cauliflower rice and continue cooking for another 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the liquid has absorbed.
- Mix in the cream cheese and stir until fully melted and the mixture is creamy and well combined. Sprinkle the grated cheddar over the top and place the skillet under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden, and bubbly. Remove and serve warm.
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Notes
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- Cut Chicken Evenly: Dice chicken into uniform pieces to ensure it cooks evenly and quickly.
- Use Pre-Riced Cauliflower for Ease: Store-bought cauliflower rice (fresh or frozen) saves time. If using frozen, thaw and drain excess liquid before adding.
- Don’t Overcook the Broccoli: Cook just until fork-tender to maintain a bit of bite and bright green color.
- Soften Cream Cheese First: Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for a few minutes so it melts more easily into the dish.
- Broiler Tip: Use an oven-safe skillet if broiling the cheese. If your skillet isn't broiler-safe, transfer to a baking dish before adding the cheese and broiling.
- Make It Spicy: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce if you want a little kick.
