Description
A quick and simple one-pan dish combining savory kielbasa, fluffy rice, and nutritious broccoli all smothered in creamy cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb kielbasa, sliced
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing them until softened.
- Add the sliced kielbasa to the skillet and cook until browned.
- Stir in the uncooked rice and allow it to cook for a minute, absorbing the flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Add the broccoli florets, cover again, and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the rice is fully cooked and the broccoli is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in the shredded cheese until it melts and becomes creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace the kielbasa with chickpeas or pinto beans.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg