Description
A creamy, comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken and perfectly cooked rice, enriched with Parmesan cheese and a touch of Italian seasoning for a deliciously satisfying dinner ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (3 teaspoons)
Main Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Sauté onion: Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Cook chicken: Add the chicken pieces, Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt to the skillet. Stir and cook until the chicken is golden brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute to release its aromas.
- Combine remaining ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth and add the rice to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it simmer for 17-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Stir in cream and cheese: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined and creamy. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and creaminess.
- Make sure to cover the skillet while simmering to cook the rice evenly.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs if preferred, adjusting cooking time as needed.
- To make it lighter, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Optional parsley garnish adds a fresh burst of color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
