One-pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice Recipe
Discover this delicious and easy One-pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice recipe, featuring tender chicken, creamy rice, and Parmesan goodness. A perfect comfort meal ready in under an hour!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, then return chicken breasts to the skillet. Cover and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and cook for another 2 minutes until creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the dish.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg