Creamy Chicken and Rice
Get ready to savor a mouthwatering one-pan wonder that combines succulent chicken, aromatic jasmine rice, and a velvety cheese sauce thatโs simply irresistible! With just a sprinkle of garlic and a dash of your favorite herbs, this creamy chicken and rice dish is the ultimate comfort food that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Dive into this easy, delicious meal that brings joy to your dinner table!
Prep
10
min
Cook
35
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
๐ Ingredients
Serves 4๐ฅฌFresh Produce(5)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (5 ml)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnishoptional
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
๐ฅฉMeat & Seafood(2)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces (454 g)
- 3 cups chicken broth (or water with bouillon) (720 ml)or water with bouillon
๐ฅDairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or cheddar, if you prefer) (240 ml)or cheddar, if preferred
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half) (120 ml)or half-and-half
๐ซPantry Staples(2)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice (like jasmine or basmati) (240 ml)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
๐งSpices & Seasonings(2)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (5 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5 ml)
๐ฆOther(1)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional, for color and flavor) (240 ml)optionalfor color and flavor
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 2
In the same pan, add the diced onion and sautรฉ for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the rice, thyme, parsley, and smoked paprika to the pan. Stir everything together, allowing the rice to cook slightly for 1-2 minutes until it's coated in oil and starts to smell toasty.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 5
Once the rice is cooked, return the chicken to the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until everything is combined and creamy.
- 6
For a pop of color, add the frozen peas. Stir until heated through.
- 7
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, savory flavors!
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Prep
10
min
Cook
35
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Creamy Chicken and Rice
Get ready to savor a mouthwatering one-pan wonder that combines succulent chicken, aromatic jasmine rice, and a velvety cheese sauce thatโs simply irresistible! With just a sprinkle of garlic and a dash of your favorite herbs, this creamy chicken and rice dish is the ultimate comfort food that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Dive into this easy, delicious meal that brings joy to your dinner table!
๐ Ingredients
Serves 4๐ฅฌFresh Produce(5)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (5 ml)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnishoptional
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
๐ฅฉMeat & Seafood(2)
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces (454 g)
- 3 cups chicken broth (or water with bouillon) (720 ml)or water with bouillon
๐ฅDairy & Eggs(2)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (or cheddar, if you prefer) (240 ml)or cheddar, if preferred
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half) (120 ml)or half-and-half
๐ซPantry Staples(2)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice (like jasmine or basmati) (240 ml)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
๐งSpices & Seasonings(2)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (5 ml)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5 ml)
๐ฆOther(1)
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional, for color and flavor) (240 ml)optionalfor color and flavor
๐จโ๐ณ Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then add it to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until browned on all sides. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 2
In the same pan, add the diced onion and sautรฉ for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the rice, thyme, parsley, and smoked paprika to the pan. Stir everything together, allowing the rice to cook slightly for 1-2 minutes until it's coated in oil and starts to smell toasty.
- 4
Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-18 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 5
Once the rice is cooked, return the chicken to the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until everything is combined and creamy.
- 6
For a pop of color, add the frozen peas. Stir until heated through.
- 7
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, savory flavors!