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Chicken and Rice Recipe - Garlic Parmesan One-Pot Meal

This easy chicken and rice recipe is packed with garlic parmesan flavor, making it a perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken and rice recipe, easy chicken recipes, family dinner ideas, garlic parmesan rice, one-pot meals, quick dinner recipes, simple homemade recipes
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Cook chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add rice and chicken broth, stirring well.
  6. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and cooked chicken.
  8. Mix well and let it cook for another 3-5 minutes until creamy.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. You can also use brown rice, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.