Creamy Garlic Chicken With Parmesan Rice
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Parmesan Rice is a comforting and delicious dish that combines tender chicken breasts with rich, creamy parmesan-infused rice. This one-pot recipe is not only quick and easy to prepare—taking under 30 minutes—but it also makes for an impressive family dinner or elegant meal for guests. The blend of savory garlic, smooth cream, and cheese creates a luxurious flavor profile that everyone will love. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or herbs to make it your own. Perfect for meal prep, this dish promises satisfying leftovers throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Sear for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Rice: In the same skillet, add the rice and toast for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Make the Creamy Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream and Parmesan until smooth. Stir into the cooked rice.
- Combine Everything: Return the seared chicken to the skillet and simmer everything together for another 5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg