Description

This Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and served atop a creamy, flavorful garlic Parmesan rice. Infused with Italian seasoning and paprika, the dish combines the richness of heavy cream and Parmesan cheese with the comforting texture of long-grain rice, making it an irresistible one-pan meal perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

For the Garlic Parmesan Rice

2 tablespoons butter
5 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season evenly with salt, black pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning to ensure balanced flavor.
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Toast the Rice: Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the garlic butter. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Cook the Rice: Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Add Cream and Cheese: Stir in the heavy cream and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until the rice becomes creamy and well combined.
Combine and Serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the rice. Spoon some rice over the chicken, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

For added flavor and nutrition, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the rice before adding the broth.
Slicing the chicken before serving makes plating easier and allows the sauce and rice to meld with the meat.
Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best texture and flavor.
Make sure to rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and prevent clumping.