Description
One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, creamy sauce—all cooked in one pan. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering gourmet flavors that will impress your family and friends. With each bite, you’ll experience an explosion of cheesy goodness that evokes heartwarming memories of family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and sear for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil while scraping up any brown bits from the pan (deglazing). Stir in rice and return the chicken to the skillet.
- Lower the heat, then stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until everything is cooked through and creamy.
- Serve directly from the pan or plate it up, garnished with additional cream or cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 290g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 145mg