Description
Skillet Chicken with Parmesan Rice is a comforting one-pan meal featuring golden seared chicken breasts served over creamy, cheesy Parmesan rice infused with herbs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, thyme, rosemary mix)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant, scraping up browned bits.
- Add rice to skillet and stir 1-2 minutes to toast. Pour in chicken broth and add dried Italian herbs. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir grated Parmesan into cooked rice until melted and well combined. Return chicken breasts to skillet, nestle into rice, cover, and heat for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking chicken and keep it juicy.
- Adjust liquid amounts if using different rice or grains.
- Marinate chicken for extra flavor if desired.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or peas while cooking rice for added nutrition.
- Store leftovers in airtight container; refrigerate for up to 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months.
- Reheat in skillet with splash of broth or water to keep rice moist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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