Description
One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice is the epitome of comfort food, featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice enveloped in a rich, cheesy sauce. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring each bite brings warmth and satisfaction. With simple preparation and customizable ingredients, it’s destined to become a family favorite that gathers everyone around the table for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the same skillet; sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Mix gently to combine.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet; sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg