Description
This Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe offers a flavorful and creamy one-pan meal ideal for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are seared and nestled into fragrant garlic-infused rice, enriched with Parmesan and butter for a comforting, satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Rice and Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to infuse flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through, ensuring juicy meat. Transfer chicken to a plate and loosely cover with foil to keep warm.
- Sauté garlic and toast rice: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the rice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to lightly toast it, which enhances the nutty flavor.
- Add chicken broth and simmer: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits off the pan’s bottom to incorporate extra flavor. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the rice turns creamy and well combined.
- Combine chicken and rice: Nestle the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet on top of the rice. Cover and let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes to allow flavors to meld and heat chicken through.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish if desired, then serve warm as a delicious, hearty meal.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in a splash of heavy cream with the Parmesan cheese.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed broccoli or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with rice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
