Description
Enjoy a quick and delicious dinner with our One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice, featuring tender chicken and creamy rice, all cooked in a single pan for easy cleanup. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on both sides until golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Toast the Rice: Add rice to the skillet and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Cook Chicken and Rice: Return chicken to the skillet, cover tightly, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Finish with Parmesan: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the skillet is covered tightly to cook the rice evenly.
- Stir occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Swap heavy cream for half-and-half or milk for a lighter version.
- Try adding mushrooms, spinach, or peas for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 45g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 150mg
- Fiber: 720mg
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 2g