One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice Recipe
This One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice recipe is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken, creamy Parmesan sauce, and fluffy rice come together in one skillet for a delicious dinner the whole family will love.
- 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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Chicken and Rice:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Set aside.
- Prepare the Rice: In the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add rice, stir to coat in oil, and toast for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer covered for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combine and Serve: Return cooked chicken to the pan, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Try jasmine or basmati rice for a fragrant twist.
- Feel free to add spinach, mushrooms, or broccoli for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg
