Description
Enjoy a delightful and effortless dinner with One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice. This comforting dish brings together tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich creamy Parmesan sauce all cooked in one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s not only quick to prepare but also ensures minimal cleanup, allowing you to savor time with family and friends. With its savory flavors and versatility, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite.
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 for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on both sides until golden, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant. Add rice and toast for a few minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg