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  "datePublished": "2024-02-13T11:42:32.000Z",
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  "recipeIngredient": [
    "1 tablespoon olive oil",
    "1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces",
    "Salt and pepper to taste",
    "2 cloves garlic, minced",
    "1 onion, diced",
    "2 cups broccoli florets",
    "1 cup long-grain rice",
    "2 cups chicken broth",
    "1 cup shredded cheddar cheese",
    "1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese",
    "1/2 cup heavy cream",
    "1 teaspoon dried thyme",
    "1/2 teaspoon paprika",
    "Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)"
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      "text": "In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside."
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      "text": "In the same skillet, add minced garlic and diced onion. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant."
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      "text": "Add broccoli florets to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly tender."
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      "text": "Stir in long-grain rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, dried thyme, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed."
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      "text": "Once the rice is cooked, return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine."
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      "text": "Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken and rice mixture. Cover the skillet and let it sit for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly."
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      "text": "Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired."
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      "text": "Serve the Cheesy Chicken and Broccoli Rice Skillet hot, straight from the skillet."
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    "servingSize": "1 serving",
    "calories": "680 calories",
    "fatContent": "32g",
    "saturatedFatContent": "16g",
    "transFatContent": "1g",
    "cholesterolContent": "160mg",
    "sodiumContent": "660mg",
    "carbohydrateContent": "51g",
    "fiberContent": "2g",
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