Mom’s (Susanne's) Southwest Chicken and Broccoli

I got the basic part of this recipe from the Internet and can't remember where; however, I've altered and adapted it, so I'm now claiming it as my own.
:-)

Ingredients:
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1/4 C chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 6-8 oz canned chopped green chiles (depending on can size)
• Small amount of chicken stock or water and bouillon
• 1/3 C heavy cream
• 1/3 C shredded cheddar or jack cheese
• Olive oil
• Salt, pepper
• ½ to 1 whole package frozen broccoli florets (or use fresh broccoli)
• *Optional garnishes

Preparation:
1) Heat large skillet with oil.

2) Cut chicken into bite sized pieces and season with salt and pepper. Saute' till brown on both sides, adding onions and broccoli about half way through.

3) Add garlic and cook for another minute.

4) Deglaze the pan with the little water + boullion or chicken stock.

5) Add cumin, green chiles, and cream, and simmer until chicken is done and sauce is thickened.

6) Top with cheese, and serve when cheese melts. Suggestion: Serve over brown rice or whole wheat pasta.

*Optional garnishes: avocado slices; cilantro; green onions; chopped tomatoes; sour cream

Makes 3-4 servings