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Rice and Green Peas Recipe with Cheese

Rice and Green Peas

Make this tasty and healthy rice with added green peas!  Kid friendly.

Course Dinner Side Dish
Cuisine American
About Rice and Green Peas
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 21 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 243.25 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup white rice, uncooked
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup frozen green peas, thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a medium sauce pan with a tight fitting lid, bring the chicken broth and salt to a boil.

  2. Stir in the rice; reduce heat and cover the pan with a lid.

  3. Cook for about 16-18 minutes.

  4. Remove from heat and stir in green peas and Parmesan cheese. Let sit covered for 4-5 minutes.

  5. Fluff with a fork and top with cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts
Rice and Green Peas
Amount Per Serving (6 g)
Calories 243.25 Calories from Fat 13
% Daily Value*
Fat 1.43g2%
Saturated Fat 0.63g4%
Cholesterol 2.12mg1%
Sodium 443.4mg19%
Potassium 192.55mg6%
Carbohydrates 32g11%
Fiber 2.04g9%
Sugar 1.48g2%
Protein 7.79g16%
Vitamin A 207.64IU4%
Vitamin C 15.15mg18%
Calcium 67.28mg7%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.