Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice Recipe
A comforting and flavorful dish, this Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice is a delicious one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned and seared to perfection, then combined with garlic-infused Parmesan rice for a creamy and satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Garlic Parmesan Rice:
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet until golden brown. Set aside.
- Prepare the Rice: Sauté minced garlic, add rice, then chicken broth. Simmer until rice is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in Parmesan, butter, and cream. Return chicken to skillet, warm through. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with a splash of lemon juice or crushed red pepper.
- Pair with roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
