Broccoli Cheese Rice
Dress up boxed long grain and wild rice with fresh broccoli and shredded cheese to create this easy Broccoli Cheese Rice. A quick side dish for a busy weeknight that's both kid and adult-friendly!
Servings: 4 to 6
Calories: 386kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 ⅔ cup water or as indicated on the box of rice
- 2 boxes long grain and wild rice with seasoning packet (4- to 6-ounces each)
- 1 large or 2 small broccoli crowns coarsely chopped (2 heaping cups)
- 1 cup shredded cheese I use a combination of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack
Instructions
- In a large skillet with a lid, combine the butter, water (use the amount indicated on your package for 2 boxes), both boxes of rice, and both seasoning packets (*see note below). Bring the mixture to a boil over HIGH heat. As soon as it reaches a boil, add the broccoli, reduce the heat to LOW, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or the time indicated on the package.
- Remove the cover and stir in the cheese. Remove from the heat and stir until the cheese has melted and it is well combined.
Notes
*If you're watching your sodium intake, use just one of the seasoning packets or adjust the amount down as much as you'd like.
Nutrition
Calories: 386kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 939mg | Potassium: 503mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1337IU | Vitamin C: 136mg | Calcium: 241mg | Iron: 1mg