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Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice

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Make this comforting, flavorful one pot chicken and rice dish for an easy weeknight dinner. Everything cooks in a single pot, meaning minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • 1/4 cup frozen carrots (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until lightly browned on all sides, about 4-5 minutes. You do not need to cook it through. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Add the uncooked rice to the pot and stir it with the onions and garlic for 1 minute to toast it slightly.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Return the partially cooked chicken to the pot. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
  8. If using, stir in the frozen peas and carrots. Cover the pot again and let it stand for 5 minutes to allow the vegetables to heat through.
  9. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Adjust cooking time slightly if using thighs.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic butter flavor, add 2 tablespoons of butter when sautéing the onions.
  • This recipe is a great base for a family friendly one pot meal; feel free to add other quick-cooking vegetables like chopped celery with the onion.

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