Lemon Garlic Chicken with Broccoli Cheddar Rice

This Lemon Garlic Chicken with Broccoli Cheddar Rice is a perfectly balanced meal prep option that’s high in protein and rich in comforting flavors. Juicy, marinated chicken cubes are seared to perfection with lemon zest, juice, and garlic, offering a zesty and savory bite. The jasmine rice is cooked in chicken broth, then mixed with chopped broccoli and sharp cheddar to create a creamy, flavorful base. This recipe makes four portions and holds up well in the fridge for quick, delicious weekday lunches or dinners.

Author: Hunt4Shredz

Category: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4 bowls

Calories: 590 kcal per serving

Ingredients

24 ounces - boneless skinless chicken breast
2 tablespoons - olive oil
1 - juice of whole lemon
½ - lemon zest
3 cloves - garlic
2 teaspoons - dried parsley
⅛ - Salt
⅛ - pepper
1 cup - jasmine rice
2 cups - chicken broth
1 tbsp - butter
2 cups - broccoli
1 tsp - garlic powder
½ cup - shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Instructions

In a bowl, toss chicken cubes with olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
In a pot, combine jasmine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cook covered until rice is tender (about 15 minutes).
Once rice is done, stir in butter, garlic powder, steamed broccoli, and shredded cheddar cheese until combined and creamy.
Divide broccoli cheddar rice among 4 containers or bowls, then top with cooked lemon garlic chicken.
Serve immediately or store in airtight containers for meal prep.