Description
A comforting and creamy dish featuring cheddar cheese and fresh broccoli, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or as a tasty side.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup fresh broccoli florets (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the fresh broccoli florets and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are vibrant and slightly tender.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, shredded cheddar cheese, milk, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well mixed.
- Transfer the rice mixture to the skillet with the sautéed broccoli and stir gently to combine evenly.
- Continue to cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is heated through.
- If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top during the final moments of cooking and let it melt into the dish.
- Remove from heat and serve warm as a hearty side or a comforting main dish.
Notes
Feel free to customize this dish by adding other vegetables or cooked proteins like chicken or turkey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 35mg