Description
This creamy Cheesy Rice comes together in about 20 minutes in one pot, making it a perfect weeknight dinner that is versatile and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice, rinsed
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup frozen broccoli, thawed and chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: a splash of milk or half-and-half
Instructions
- Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the rice, along with salt and pepper, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes or until the broth is mostly absorbed and rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork. In a separate bowl, mix the melted butter, garlic powder, and chopped broccoli. Stir into the rice and cover, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the rice, stirring until melted and creamy. Add a splash of milk or half-and-half if desired.
Notes
This dish is customizable; feel free to use different vegetables or proteins based on what you have on hand.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg