Cheesy Chicken and Rice is our GO TO simple weeknight meal the entire family loves. Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli is made in one pot and is comfort food with none of the fuss. Creamy, easy, quick, and delicious! So kid friendly!
2large boneless skinless chicken breastscut in half lengthwise (butterflied)
salt and pepper
2tablespoonssalted butter
10ounces(1 can) Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup
1 1/2cupschicken broth
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/4teaspoonground black pepper
1 3/4cupsuncooked instant white rice
1cupbroccoli florets
1cupcauliflower florets
4ouncesvelveeta cheese
Instructions
Season the chicken liberally on both sides with salt and pepper.
Add butter to a large (12 inch) skillet over medium high heat. Once melted, add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until fully browned and nearly cooked through.
Remove the chicken and place on a foil tented plate to keep warm.
Add the soup, chicken broth, paprika, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Stir in the rice, broccoli, and cauliflower. Add the velveeta cheese, stirring to melt.
Once Velveeta is melted, return the chicken to the skillet and nestle in the rice. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until internal temp on the chicken reaches 165F.