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Creamy Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice

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Make this easy one pot chicken and rice for a comforting, flavorful weeknight dinner. You use one pot for cooking and cleanup is simple.

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 dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or deep pot over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. 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 4 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 lightly.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  6. After 15 minutes, stir in the cooked chicken pieces. Cover the pot again and cook for another 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese until the mixture is creamy.
  8. Let the dish rest, covered, for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Adjust cooking time slightly if using thighs.
  • If you prefer a lighter sauce, substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream.
  • This recipe works well for budget friendly one pot meals when using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs.

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