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Skillet Cheesy Chicken and Veggie "Rice"

4.69 from 29 votes

Skillet Cheesy Chicken and Veggie "Rice" made with riced broccoli and cauliflower, sauteed chicken and cheddar cheese. It's so fast and easy to make!

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Yield: 2 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Ingredients

1/2 lb boneless (skinless chicken breast, cubed small)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
black pepper (to taste)
1 teaspoons olive oil
2 cloves crushed garlic
1/4 cup chopped onion
12 ounces riced cauliflower and broccoli (such as Green Giant)
1/3 cup reduced fat sharp cheddar

Instructions

Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, garlic powder and black pepper, to taste.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat. When hot add 1/2 teaspoon oil and add half of the chicken.
Cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until no longer pink in the center and browned on the edges. Set aside.
Repeat with remaining chicken.
Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of oil, onion and garlic and cook over medium heat about 2 minutes, until soft. Add the riced vegetables (frozen), 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and cook 5 to 6 minutes, until heated through.
Return the chicken to the skillet, top with the cheese and cover.
Cook low heat until the cheese is melted, about 2 to 3 minutes.

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Nutrition

Serving: 11/2 cups, Calories: 263kcal, Carbohydrates: 11g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 96mg, Sodium: 485mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 3.5g

- WW Points: 3

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