Description
This Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that is easy to make in just one skillet. Tender chicken is seasoned and seared to perfection, then paired with creamy Parmesan rice for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Rice:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the Rice: In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, then stir in the rice. Add chicken broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until rice is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese and butter until creamy. Return chicken to skillet, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can use shredded rotisserie chicken for a faster version.
- For a richer flavor, replace 1/4 cup of broth with cream.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken piece with rice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
