Description
One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and creamy sauce with perfectly cooked rice—all prepared in just one pan! This easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Each bite offers a delightful explosion of flavors, making it a family favorite you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and rice; stir for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and Italian seasoning; bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined and creamy.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 615mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 155mg