Broccoli Cheddar Rice Cups
These Broccoli Cheddar Rice Cups are a delightful high-protein comfort food that combines cheesy goodness with the wholesomeness of broccoli and rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 12 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a muffin tin well.
- Combine the cooked rice, chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, beaten eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well until combined.
- Spoon the mixture evenly into the muffin tin cups, pressing gently to ensure they hold their shape.
- Pop the filled muffin tin into the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Once baked, let the rice cups cool for a few minutes before removing them from the tin.
Notes
These cups can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave for a quick meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg