Easy Cheesy Rice Recipe with Vegetables (One Pot) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 1/2 cups (285 g) long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained
• 2 1/4 cups (540 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth, certified gluten-free if needed
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 2 cups (280 g) frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 cup (90 g) small broccoli florets
• 1 1/4 cups (140 g) freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 oz (55 g) cream cheese, cut into small pieces
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional