Description
This creamy chicken and rice dish is a comforting and flavorful meal that is easy to prepare in just one skillet. Tender chicken, fragrant spices, and creamy Parmesan cheese come together with long-grain rice for a satisfying dinner option.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into small bite-size cubes
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Rice:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain rice, such as Jasmine
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken with sweet paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Set aside.
- Cook Onions: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook until aromatic.
- Cook Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook until no longer pink.
- Add Rice: Stir in Italian seasoning, rice, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Finish Dish: Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until rice absorbs most of the cream. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch.
- Do not disturb the lid while cooking the rice.
- Season the dish at the end to avoid over salting.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
