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Creamy Garlic Parmesan One Pot Chicken and Rice

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Make a complete, satisfying meal with chicken and rice cooked together in one pot, finished with a creamy Parmesan sauce for easy weeknight cooking and minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 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, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the same pot and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Stir in the uncooked rice. Return the browned chicken to the pot.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 18 to 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 smooth and creamy.
  8. Let the mixture stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts instead of thighs if you prefer, but adjust cooking time slightly.
  • For a richer flavor, use low-sodium chicken broth.
  • If the rice seems too thick before the 18-minute mark, add a splash more broth or water.

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