Description
Whipping up One Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken Rice means dinner comes together faster than your family can ask “What’s cooking?” Comfort meets convenience in this simple skillet meal that brings savory chicken and creamy rice to your table with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Starches:
- 1 cup white rice (long-grain)
- 2 cups chicken broth
Dairy & Cheese:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Fat & Aromatics:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Melt 15 ml (1 tablespoon) butter in a large skillet over medium heat at 175°C (350°F). Sear 2 chicken breasts (cut into 2.5 cm/1-inch pieces) seasoned with 2.5 ml salt, 1.25 ml black pepper, 2.5 ml garlic powder, 2.5 ml onion powder, and 2.5 ml paprika until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a plate. Add another 15 ml (1 tablespoon) butter to the same skillet. Sauté 3 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds until aromatic.
- Introduce 240 ml (1 cup) uncooked long-grain white rice, coating grains thoroughly in butter and garlic.
- Pour 480 ml (2 cups) chicken broth and 240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream into the skillet. Stir carefully to combine ingredients.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking.
- Once rice reaches tender consistency, return chicken to the pan. Sprinkle 120 ml (½ cup) grated Parmesan and 120 ml (½ cup) shredded mozzarella cheese over the surface.
- Gently fold until cheese melts completely, creating a smooth, creamy texture.
- Dust with 2.5 ml Italian seasoning and optional 2.5 ml red pepper flakes for additional depth.
- Garnish with 30 ml (2 tablespoons) freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Choosing the right skillet is crucial for even cooking and creating a delicious one-pan meal that keeps all the flavors locked in.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, which will still provide creaminess without as much fat.
- When cooking rice, resist the urge to lift the lid too often, as this releases steam and can interrupt the cooking process.
- Season the chicken generously before sautéing to build deep, layered flavor throughout the entire dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sautéed
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 512 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg