Cheesy Chicken Bacon Broccoli and Rice

Ingredients

• 8 slices bacon, diced
• 12 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• salt and pepper
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup diced onion
• 12 oz (about 4 cups) broccoli florets, roughly chopped into small, bite-sized pieces
• 2-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (10-oz) cans Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes and Green Chiles
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup extra sharp shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, each