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Ingredients

• 3 cups instant brown rice
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 large sweet onion, diced
• 1 cup finely chopped carrots
• 1 cup finely chopped celery
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon dry thyme
• ½ teaspoon pepper
• 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 4 ounces cream cheese, whipped or regular cut into chunks
• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into cubes
• 3/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• Chopped fresh parsley for garnish, optional