Description
Rotisserie Chicken & Broccoli Rice is a quick and flavorful dish that transforms leftover rotisserie chicken into a gourmet meal. Paired with vibrant broccoli and fluffy rice, this recipe offers a comforting experience that’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions. With minimal effort, you can create a visually stunning and delicious dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Shred the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3 minutes until bright green.
- Combine shredded chicken and cooked rice with the sautéed vegetables in the skillet. Stir in soy sauce and sesame oil, mixing well until heated through (about 3 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (275g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg