Description
One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken And Rice combines juicy chicken bites, fluffy rice, minced garlic, and a silky Parmesan sauce in a single pot for effortless weeknight cooking. This recipe delivers creamy, cheesy flavor with Italian herbs and a hint of butter, ready in just 40 minutes for four servings. Perfect for busy families, it requires minimal cleanup and offers a comforting, restaurant‑quality meal that can be customized with fresh parsley or extra cheese for added richness. Enjoy today!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken, cut into bite‑sized pieces
- 1 cup rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- For a gluten‑free version
- substitute rice with quinoa and adjust liquid accordingly. Low‑sodium broth reduces overall sodium. Add frozen peas or carrots during simmering for extra veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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