One-pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice Recipe
This One-pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice recipe is a quick and easy dinner option made with tender chicken, creamy rice, and Parmesan cheese, all cooked together for maximum flavor. Perfect for weeknights and family meals!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir well to combine.
- Place the chicken back into the skillet on top of the rice mixture. Cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the dish, cover, and let it melt for 2–3 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Add vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Ensure the skillet is large enough to hold all the ingredients comfortably.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast + 1 cup rice
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg