Cheesy Chicken And Broccoli Skillet

Cheesy chicken and broccoli skillet is a delicious one pan easy recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes then add some rice to make it a perfect quick healthy meal!

Course Dinner

Cuisine International

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Total Time 50

Servings people

Calories 404kcal

Author Neil

Equipment

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion finely diced
2 cloves of garlic crushed
600 g boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite sized pieces
2 tablespoon corn flour
4 tablespoon cold water
250 ml chicken stock
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
175 g broccoli florets cut into bite sized pieces
130 g cheddar cheese grated

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

In a large skillet heat the oil and sauté the onion and garlic over medium heat until softened.
Add chicken to the pan and cook the chicken pieces until they are no longer pink.
Mix together the corn flour and cold water.
Add the corn flour and water mixture to the pan and stir for about 30 seconds until combined. Then add the chicken stock to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.
Turn down to simmer and cook stirring so the sauce thickens for about 8 - 10 minutes.
Season to taste then add the broccoli to the skillet contents and stir to combine.
Continue to cook, simmering for about 6 minutes until the broccoli is tender.
Remove from heat and stir in 90g of the grated cheese until its fully melted.
Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and place under a medium heated grill to melt.

Notes

Suggested serving with rice. I prefer wholegrain rice as it’s healthier and more filling, but the choice is yours. Nutrition label does not include the rice.

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