Creamy Parmesan One-Pot Chicken and Rice
Creamy Parmesan One-Pot Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, cheesy sauce that envelops fluffy rice. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a delightful one-pot meal that’s both satisfying and easily customizable to suit your taste. Whether you add veggies or switch proteins, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Sauté the Chicken: In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to the pot, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Aromatics: In the same pot, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Rice: Stir in rinsed rice and cook for 2 minutes to coat in the garlic mixture.
- Pour Broth: Add chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and return chicken to the pot.
- Simmer: Cover and let simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
- Create Creaminess: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until combined. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Customize by adding spinach or peas for extra nutrition. For a tangy twist, add a splash of lemon juice before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.