Are you tired of complicated recipes with endless dishes to wash? Get ready to revolutionize your weeknight cooking with this incredibly easy and mouthwatering One Pot Broccoli Rice! In just 30 minutes, you'll create a nutritious, flavorful dish that will have your family begging for seconds. This American-style recipe is not just a meal – it's a culinary shortcut that combines the wholesome goodness of broccoli with perfectly cooked rice, all prepared in a single pot. Prepare to be amazed by how simple and delicious healthy eating can be!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until they become translucent and soft, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 30-45 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning and release the aromatic flavors.
- Pour in the rice and stir to coat the grains with oil, allowing them to lightly toast for about 1-2 minutes, which enhances the nutty flavor of the rice.
- Add vegetable broth to the pot and stir to combine with the rice. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
- Simmer the rice for approximately 12-15 minutes, or until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the rice is nearly tender.
- Add broccoli florets on top of the rice, cover again, and continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Remove from heat and let the dish sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the rice to fully absorb remaining moisture and steam the broccoli.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, season with salt and pepper to taste, and gently mix the broccoli throughout the rice.
- Serve hot, garnishing with additional herbs or a sprinkle of cheese if desired.
Tips
- • For maximum flavor, toast the rice in olive oil before adding liquid – this simple step enhances the nutty undertones of the grains. • Use fresh broccoli florets for the best texture and brightest green color. Frozen can work in a pinch, but fresh is always best. • Don't rush the cooking process. Low and slow is the key to perfectly tender rice and crisp-tender broccoli. • For extra richness, consider substituting part of the vegetable broth with chicken broth or adding a sprinkle of parmesan cheese at the end. • Let the dish rest for those crucial 5 minutes after cooking – this allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and creates a perfect, fluffy texture. • Feel free to customize by adding protein like diced chicken or tofu to make it a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
