Description
This Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Rice recipe combines tender chicken pieces, sautéed mushrooms, and fluffy rice in a rich, creamy sauce flavored with Parmesan and thyme. It’s a comforting one-pot meal perfect for a hearty dinner that’s easy to prepare and packed with delicious flavors.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Cooking Fats
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms, sliced
Rice and Liquids
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Dairy and Seasonings
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and mostly cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring often, until mushrooms are tender and browned.
- Combine Ingredients and Cook Rice: Stir in the rice, dried thyme, and cooked chicken pieces. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Add Cream and Cheese: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese thoroughly. Let the dish sit uncovered for 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish. Serve the creamy mushroom chicken and rice warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Brown rice can be used as a substitute, but increase the chicken broth and cooking time accordingly for proper cooking.
- Add fresh spinach or peas at the end of cooking for added color and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
