Description
Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice is a deliciously satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and rich creaminess in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this one-pot wonder makes cooking and cleanup a breeze. The combination of fresh garlic, buttery broth, and parmesan cheese creates a savory flavor profile that will delight everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite veggies or spices to make it uniquely yours.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Optional: parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add diced onion.
- Cook onions for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Add chicken, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt; cook for about 5 minutes until golden.
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and add rice; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover.
- Simmer for 17-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese; serve immediately garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg