One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice – Delicious, creamy, cheesy chicken and rice recipe is made in one pan to nourish your body and please your palate. Chicken and rice is a classic, but this modified version makes it super convenient when you’re hurrying to make dinner (yeah, this meal is ready in less than 25 minutes!) This chicken and rice recipe is dinner perfection!
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Ingredients list for the Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice
- 1 1/2 lb (650g) chicken breasts, diced
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper
- 2 1/2 cups (750ml) chicken stock
- 1 cup white rice (long grain or basmati)
- 1/2 cup (125ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- Parsley for garnish, optional
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Chicken and rice recipe
We found that the key to a flavorful chicken and rice dish is properly searing the chicken pieces like little golden nuggets. This brings up an incredible flavor that will infuse the whole dish when adding rice and chicken stock. So avoid moving the chicken bites too much in the pan, let them sit, and get a nice sear before tossing them to brown the other sides. It’s the same principle as in our popular chicken bites and asparagus recipe.
For a lower-carb version, try these chicken thighs and cauliflower rice or our garlic butter chicken breast and cauliflower rice instead.
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Directions
How to make creamy chicken and rice:
1. Season diced chicken with paprika. Toss quickly to coat the chicken pieces and set aside on a plate.
2. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the onion for 2-3 minutes, until translucent.
3. Add diced chicken to the pan along with the Italian seasoning, pepper, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes until chicken is golden on all sides, stirring regularly.
4. Add garlic to the skillet, cook for one more minute, then stir in chicken stock and rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until rice is cooked and completely tender.
5. Stir in heavy cream and parmesan. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper and serve the chicken and rice immediately, sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley and more parmesan. Enjoy! ❤️
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Tips for the chicken and rice recipe
This one-pan creamy parmesan chicken and rice recipe is full of rich flavors with chicken, cream, and parmesan all cooked in one skillet for quick, easy prep and cleanup. It will remind you of a delicious chicken risotto!
- Remove chicken breasts from the refrigerator about 15 minutes before dicing, and bring them close to room temperature.
- We use boneless and skinless chicken breasts because they render less fat and are easier to cut up. Feel free to use boneless, skinless chicken thighs if you prefer dark meat.
How and how long to keep the creamy parmesan chicken and rice leftovers?
You can keep the creamy parmesan chicken and rice leftovers for up to 2 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Reheat with a few drops of water to loosen the sauce.
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Reviews (31)
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Dee
2025-01-26 15:18:31
This sounds good, though I did season the chicken with salt, not just paprika. It was a little bland without some added.
Jen
2025-01-20 19:49:10
This is the most amazing recipe. It is a staple in my kitchen and I make it way more often than I should. It’s so easy and so, so delicious. I do not adjust a thing except we always double the recipe for leftovers. Thank you for our favorite dinner!!
Hailey
2024-10-28 21:20:21
Really yummy! I will say rice takes long to cook, mine cocked for about 30 mins till it was tender
Pam
2024-09-08 08:31:39
Made this last night, so good! Will definitely be adding to my meals.
Char
2024-08-20 21:08:00
We really enjoyed this recipe! I might add some mushrooms next time, but it was good as is. I’m looking for some recipes I can freeze for my daughter to have once she has her baby. Could this be frozen?
