Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken & Rice Meal Prep Bowls

Introduction

Looking for a meal prep option that delivers maximum flavor with minimum effort? These Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken & Rice Meal Prep Bowls are your solution. Each bowl brims with juicy chicken, tender broccoli, fluffy rice, and a blanket of melty cheese, creating a hearty, wholesome, and utterly satisfying lunch or dinner. Perfect for busy weekdays, these bowls save you time while ensuring every meal tastes like comfort food at its best.

The Ultimate Comfort Food — Made Easy

Forget bland and boring meal prep! This recipe combines all the best flavors into one bowl: Savory chicken breast, crisp-tender broccoli, and creamy cheese, nestled over perfectly cooked rice. It’s customizable and kid-approved, making it a favorite for families or solo cooks looking for reliable, delicious meals throughout the week.

How to Make Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken & Rice Meal Prep Bowls

Start by cooking your rice of choice and seasoning chicken breasts generously for maximum flavor. Sauté broccoli until bright green yet still crisp, then combine everything and smother with shredded cheese. The result? Bowls that are as nutritious as they are tasty, perfect for quick microwave lunches or hearty dinners.

Expert Tips for Ultimate Meal Prep

For best results, let the cooked components cool slightly before assembling. When ready to eat, just a few minutes in the microwave will bring back the gooey melt of the cheese without overcooking the chicken or broccoli. Swap in brown rice or quinoa for more whole grains, or add a dash of red pepper flakes if you love a kick.

Serving Suggestions for Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken & Rice Meal Prep Bowls

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or a sprinkle of black pepper for extra flavor. Serve alongside a crisp green salad or a simple fruit cup for a balanced meal. These bowls stack neatly in the fridge—making your weeknight routine seamless and stress free.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes 4 meal prep bowls. Each serving contains approximately 420 calories, 35g protein, 40g carbs, and 13g fat, making it a satisfying and balanced choice for lunch or dinner.

Cheesy Broccoli, Chicken & Rice Meal Prep Bowls (Recap)

Every bite delivers savory chicken, oozy cheese, and wholesome veggies on a bed of filling rice—the definition of a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, you’ll look forward to lunch every single day.

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Instructions

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork once done.
2. While rice cooks, season chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 6-7 minutes per side (depending on thickness) until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and let rest.
4. In the same skillet, add broccoli florets with a splash of water. Sauté 3-4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
5. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
6. Divide cooked rice evenly between 4 meal prep containers. Top each with broccoli and chicken.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of each bowl; pour a tablespoon of chicken broth over each bowl if you prefer extra moisture.
8. Seal containers and refrigerate. When ready to serve, microwave for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and food is heated through. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Weekly Meal Planning

This meal is perfect for batch-cooking and organized weekly meal planning. Save and schedule this recipe in CookifyAI to easily plan your lunch or dinner roster, and instantly create a smart, consolidated shopping list for all your meals.

Planning Benefits:
– Automatically tallies total ingredients across selected recipes
– Groups groceries by store aisle for quick, efficient shopping
– Prevents buying duplicate ingredients and forgetting essentials
– Makes weekly meal prep smoother and more organized

Pro tip: As you plan multiple recipes for the week, schedule your dishes and CookifyAI will combine overlapping ingredients—like cheese or rice—helping avoid waste and boosting efficiency.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Get ready to enjoy flavorful, filling meals all week—without the stress of daily cooking!