Cheesy Chicken and Rice Skillet

March 27, 2014

Filled with brown rice, chicken, turkey bacon, and lots of broccoli and tomatoes, this skillet is hearty, full of flavor, and pretty healthy too!

8 slices turkey bacon, diced
1/2 large chicken breast, cubed
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup uncooked brown rice
1 onion, diced
4-5 cups broccoli, chopped
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 can (14.5 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter
2 Tablespoons white whole wheat flour
1 cup reduced sodium chicken broth
1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1. Cook rice according to package directions. (For brown rice that turns out great - and not mushy, try Mel's Perfect Brown Rice or Baked Brown Rice.) 2. Place diced bacon in a large, warmed skillet. Cook...
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Nutritions

Calories
510

Sodium
2177mg
90% DV

Fat
26g
41% DV

Protein
29g
59% DV

Carbs
38g
13% DV

Fiber
5g
20% DV