Description
Simmering One Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken Rice brings weeknight dinner magic straight to your kitchen, delivering maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Tender chicken nestled in creamy rice creates a comforting meal that comes together faster than you can order takeout.
Ingredients
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Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Grains and Liquids:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 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
Instructions
- Sprinkle ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper over 4 chicken breasts, coating each side evenly.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet at medium-high heat (375°F).
- Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Transfer chicken to a plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium. Sauté 1 chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add 1 cup rice to the skillet, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes to toast and prevent burning.
- Pour 2 cups chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream into the skillet, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- Bring liquid mixture to a gentle simmer at medium-low heat (325°F).
- Nestle chicken breasts back into the skillet, covering with a tight lid.
- Reduce heat to low (300°F) and cook for 22 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Uncover and stir in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese until completely melted and sauce becomes creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Sprinkle 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley over the dish before serving.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to check that chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Select long-grain white rice for best texture and consistent cooking results.
- If dairy-free, swap heavy cream with coconut milk and use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan cheese.
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine when toasting the rice before adding broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 565 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg