Cheesy Broccoli and Chicken
Foil Pack Cheesy Broccoli and Chicken dinners are perfect for campfire cooking! Just combine smoked chicken sausage, rice, and broccoli in foil for a delicious, easy meal. This versatile recipe also works on the grill or in the oven.
Servings: 4 servings
Cost: $8.87
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup Instant (Minute) Rice
- 1 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 (13-ounce) package smoked chicken sausage
- 3 cups chopped broccoli
- 3/4 cup finely diced yellow onion
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder see note 1
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup freshly shredded sharp Cheddar cheese or extra-sharp
- Fresh parsley optional
Instructions
- Mix uncooked instant rice and chicken broth in a bowl. Let it stand for about 10 minutes. No need to pre-cook or drain the rice.
- Preheat oven to 400°F or the grill to medium-high heat (400–425°F). Tear off four sheets of heavy-duty foil, about 2 feet long each. Spray with cooking spray.
- Finely dice the onion, coarsely chop the broccoli into small pieces, and slice the sausage into 1/2-inch-thick coins.
- In a large bowl, mix the onion, broccoli, sausage, olive oil, and all the seasonings. Add the soaked rice with any remaining liquid and gently stir until combined.
- Divide the mixture evenly among the four foil sheets, about 1-1/2 cups per packet. Seal the foil packs tightly, leaving room for steam to circulate. To seal, bring the short sides together and fold down, then roll up the ends.
- Bake in the oven on a sheet pan for 23–29 minutes, or grill for 15–20 minutes until rice is cooked and veggies are tender. For campfires, cooking time varies; check after 7 minutes. When grilling, flip packets halfway through.
- Carefully open foil packs, expecting steam. Add 1/4 cup cheese to each pack and tent the foil over the veggies. Let stand for 3–4 minutes to melt the cheese. Top with fresh parsley if desired. Let cool slightly, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Depending on sausage used, you may need an extra pinch of salt. Enjoy hot.
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Notes
Note 1: This adds a lot of flavor and saltiness, which will vary depending on the saltiness of the sausage and whether you’re soaking the rice in broth or water. Add slowly; you can always sprinkle more on top after baking if needed.
Foil: Do not double wrap the foil. Use one sheet per pack or adjust cooking time if using regular foil.
Nutrition Note: The nutrition information is based on using chicken sausage; other varieties may change the values.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 511kcal | Carbohydrates: 23.8g | Protein: 33.1g | Fat: 32g | Cholesterol: 101.7mg | Sodium: 366.5mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 3.5g