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One-Dish Chicken, Broccoli and Cheddar Rice
Rachel Kim

One-Dish Chicken, Broccoli and Cheddar Rice

Raw chicken, dry rice and frozen broccoli can finish together, but only under tightly sealed foil. Dice the chicken to a true inch; larger pieces leave you choosing between crunchy rice and underdone meat, and that's no choice at all.
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Prep Time 12 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 17 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 12 oz frozen broccoli florets
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Heat the oven to 375°F and spread the rice across a 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  2. Add the chicken, frozen broccoli, salt and black pepper and distribute them evenly through the rice.
  3. Pour in the broth and press every grain below the liquid.
  4. Cover the dish tightly with foil and bake for 50 minutes without opening the oven.
  5. Remove the foil, check that the rice is tender and the chicken reaches 165°F, and sprinkle the cheddar over the top.
  6. Bake uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes more, until the cheese bubbles, then rest for 10 minutes.