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Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice (The Ultimate 30-Minute Meal)

This one-pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice is the ultimate 30-minute meal. Tender chicken and fluffy rice are simmered in a rich, creamy garlic parmesan sauce for an easy and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1.5 lbs Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning divided
  • 1 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper or to taste
  • 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter
  • 1 small Yellow Onion finely diced
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice uncooked
  • 2.5 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese freshly grated is best
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or Dutch oven
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the butter to the same skillet. Once melted, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir constantly for about 1 minute to toast it.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and the remaining Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a low simmer.
  5. Return the seared chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Let it rest for 5 minutes, covered, to allow the sauce to thicken before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese from a block.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.