Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe
A rich and comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken breasts cooked with aromatic onions, garlic, and Italian seasoning, simmered together with long grain white rice in chicken broth, then finished with heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for any dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 1.5 Pounds Chicken Breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 2 Teaspoons Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 Teaspoon Pepper
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 Tablespoons Butter
- 1 Large Onion, diced
- 3 Cloves Garlic, minced (3 teaspoons)
Rice and Dairy
- 2 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth
- 1 Cup Long Grain White Rice
- 1/2 Cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese
Garnish
- Parsley for serving (Optional)
Instructions
- Heat butter and soften onion: Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the onion begins to soften and becomes translucent.
- Add and season chicken: Add the cut chicken pieces to the skillet. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken with the seasonings.
- Cook chicken until golden: Cook and stir the chicken for 5 minutes, allowing it to brown and turn golden on all sides for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for one additional minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning and to release the garlic’s aroma.
- Add broth and rice: Pour in the chicken broth and add the long grain white rice to the skillet. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Bring to boil and simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Cover and cook rice: Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 17-20 minutes until the rice is completely tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Finish with cream and parmesan: Stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Serve immediately.
- Garnish and serve: Optionally, sprinkle freshly chopped parsley on top for a pop of color and fresh flavor before serving.
Notes
- Cut chicken into uniform pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasonings to taste, especially salt if using salted broth.
- Cover skillet properly to ensure rice cooks evenly.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently on stovetop or microwave, adding a splash of broth or cream to restore creaminess.
Keywords: Creamy Parmesan Chicken, One Pot Chicken and Rice, Easy Chicken Rice Skillet, Comfort Food Chicken Recipe, Creamy Chicken Dinner
