Description
Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort dish that marries convenience with rich, satisfying flavors. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this hearty meal in one pot, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The juicy chicken combines perfectly with creamy parmesan and rice, creating a luscious sauce that’s sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you’re feeding kids or entertaining friends, this easy recipe will impress and leave your loved ones asking for seconds.
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
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, cutting chicken into pieces, dicing onion, and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter and sauté 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 and cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and add rice; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 17-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg