Step 1

In a large skillet or pan, sauté onions in two tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Step 2

Once onions soften, increase the heat to medium high and add chicken to the pan.

Step 3

Brown the chicken pieces and add the garlic. Cook for about 1 more minute.

Step 4

Push chicken to one side of the pan and add additional tablespoon of olive oil to other side.

Step 5

Add the uncooked rice in the olive oil and saute it for a couple of minutes.

Step 6

Add the chicken broth to the pan and bring the mixture to a boil. Lower the heat to a simmer and cover the pan with a lid.

Step 7

Cook chicken and rice mixture covered for about 12 minutes.

Step 8

Sprinkle the broccoli evenly over the chicken and rice mixture and stir to combine.

Step 9

Continue to cook covered another 8 minutes on low, or until broccoli and rice are both tender.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in half a cup of cheese.

Step 11

Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover with a lid, letting it sit for 1-2 minutes or until cheese has melted.