One Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken And Rice Recipe
One Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken And Rice Recipe ready in 30 minutes to comfort your soul and satisfy your hunger fast and easy
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each, patted dry)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed under cold water until water runs clear to remove excess starch)
- 2 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (do not use pre-grated)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken breasts and cook without moving for 4-5 minutes until golden-brown crust forms. Flip and brown the other side for 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same pan, and stir quickly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add rinsed rice to the pan, stirring to coat every grain with the garlic oil. Toast lightly for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, add remaining Italian seasoning, and bring to a simmer. Stir in ¾ cup Parmesan cheese to melt into the sauce.
- Nestle browned chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Cover tightly with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove lid and sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup Parmesan cheese over the dish. Let sit uncovered for 3-5 minutes to thicken and become extra creamy.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
One Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken And Rice is a hearty, fuss-free comfort meal featuring juicy chicken breasts in a creamy Parmesan sauce atop tender rice. This dish combines protein and starch in one pan for minimal cleanup and a rich, cheesy flavor perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.