One Pan Cheesy Chicken and Vegetables

A creamy and cheesy one skillet meal full of fresh vegetables and tender chicken--and it's ready in less than 30 minutes!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 472 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ¾ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 (5.6 ounce) package Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Chicken
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into strips
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil over medium-high heat in a non-stick skillet. Add chicken; cook and stir until cooked through (no longer pink in the center). Transfer chicken to a bowl.

Step 2

Stir diced onion, carrot, and celery into the pan; cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in water and Knorr® Rice Sides™ - Chicken flavor. Bring to a simmer over high heat; reduce to medium-low; cover and simmer 7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in cooked chicken, basil, and shredded Cheddar cheese.