Description
This One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice is a delicious and comforting dish that is easy to make and perfect for a family dinner. Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides in a skillet. Set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Toast the Rice: Add rice to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
- Cook Chicken and Rice: Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Finish with Parmesan: Stir in Parmesan cheese until creamy.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- You can add vegetables like peas or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Feel free to add herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Chicken, One-Pan Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food Recipe
