Description
Creamy Parmesan One-Pot Chicken and Rice is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, creamy Parmesan sauce, and fluffy rice in a single pot. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe brings rich flavors and aromas to your dinner table, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Enjoy the ease of preparation and minimal cleanup while indulging in every creamy bite of this delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add rice and chicken broth; mix well. Bring to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Remove lid and stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined and creamy.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg