Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice, a quick and satisfying dinner solution perfect for busy weeknights. This one-skillet recipe combines tender chicken breasts with rich heavy cream and savory Parmesan cheese, creating a creamy sauce that envelops fluffy rice. With minimal cleanup and just a few key ingredients, you can whip up this delightful meal in under an hour. It’s family-friendly and offers versatility, allowing you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices. Enjoy a delicious dinner that everyone will love!
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 the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and brown the chicken on both sides. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy; adjust seasoning as needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg