Velveeta Cheesy Chicken Rice Skillet

Prepare to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Velveeta Cheesy Chicken Rice Skillet—an easy, one-pan recipe brimming with bold flavors and creamy goodness. Tender, seasoned chicken is paired with fluffy white rice, vibrant mixed vegetables, and rich, melty Velveeta cheese, all cooked to perfection in a savory chicken broth. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and minimal cleanup, this dish balances convenience and flavor, making it ideal for busy weeknight dinners. Finished with a touch of paprika and optional green onion garnish for added zest, this hearty skillet meal is both kid-friendly and crowd-pleasing. Perfectly cheesy and satisfying, it’s bound to become your new go-to recipe for comfort food cravings!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 1 cup White rice (uncooked)
• 8 ounces Velveeta cheese (cubed)
• 1 cup Frozen mixed vegetables
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced, optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Add the seasoned chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a boil.

Step 5

Add the uncooked white rice to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cover with a lid. Simmer for about 12-15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Stir in the frozen mixed vegetables and cooked chicken, allowing them to heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and add the Velveeta cheese cubes to the skillet. Stir gently until the cheese is fully melted and evenly distributed throughout the dish.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the skillet rest for 2 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Step 9

Optional: Sprinkle sliced green onions on top for a fresh garnish before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1441.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2154.1

Total Fat 70.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 402.1mg	0%
Sodium 6550.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 168.5g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 1276.2mg	0%
Iron 9.0mg	0%
Potassium 2673.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.6%

Protein: 31.3%

Carbs: 39.1%