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Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice

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Make this comforting, creamy Parmesan one pot chicken and rice for a simple weeknight dinner. You get tender chicken and fluffy rice cooked together in one pan, meaning minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with half of the salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, remaining salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it in the butter and seasonings. Cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  8. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  9. Let the mixture stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley before you serve your easy chicken and rice.

Notes

  • For a heartier texture, use Arborio rice instead of long-grain white rice, but you may need to add a splash more broth during the simmering stage.
  • If you prefer using chicken thighs, substitute them for the breasts; cook them fully before removing them, and adjust the simmering time slightly.
  • This recipe works well as a simple one pot dinner idea, but you can add frozen peas or carrots during the last 5 minutes of simmering for extra vegetables.

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