Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice
Indulge in this rich and comforting creamy parmesan chicken and rice, featuring tender chicken, a velvety sauce, and fluffy rice—a perfect family meal.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 520kcal
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and sear them for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the rice and stir well; return the chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Once cooked, reduce heat and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese.
- Mix until the sauce is creamy and the chicken is coated; garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 520kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 2g