CHICKEN WITH GARLIC PARMESAN RICE

 

CHICKEN WITH GARLIC PARMESAN RICE

If you’re looking for a comforting, one-pan dinner that’s rich, savory, and easy to make, this Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice is the perfect choice. Juicy seasoned chicken served over creamy, garlicky rice finished with Parmesan cheese—this dish is ideal for busy weeknights and cozy family meals.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One-Pan Meal: Minimal cleanup and maximum flavor

• Comfort Food Favorite: Creamy rice with tender chicken

• Budget-Friendly: Simple pantry ingredients

• Family-Approved: Mild, cheesy, and satisfying

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Classic Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

• ½ teaspoon paprika

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Garlic Parmesan Rice

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup long-grain white rice

• 2 cups chicken broth

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ¼ cup heavy cream (optional, for extra creaminess)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

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Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

1. Season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.

4. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

2. Make the Garlic Rice

1. In the same skillet, melt butter.

2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute.

4. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil.

5. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.

3. Finish with Parmesan

1. Stir Parmesan cheese and heavy cream (if using) into the rice.

2. Return chicken to skillet, nestling it into the rice.

3. Cover and cook 5 more minutes to blend flavors.

4. Serve

• Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

• Serve hot with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.

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Tips for Perfect Garlic Parmesan Rice

• Use Fresh Garlic: Delivers the best flavor

• Don’t Rush the Rice: Let it absorb the broth fully

• Chicken Thighs Option: Extra juicy and flavorful

• Extra Cheesy: Add more Parmesan just before serving

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Delicious Variations

• Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken: Add ¼ cup cream cheese

• Spicy Version: Sprinkle in red pepper flakes

• Mushroom Garlic Rice: Sauté mushrooms with the garlic

• Oven-Baked Version: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25 minutes after combining

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Why This Recipe Works

Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice delivers restaurant-quality flavor with home-kitchen simplicity. The savory chicken juices soak into the rice, while garlic and Parmesan create a rich, comforting base that makes this dish irresistible.

OTHERS RECIPES

Ingredients

• 1 lb. chicken tenders
• Salt and pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick)
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoons salt divided
• 1/2 cup dry white wine 
• 1 1/2 cups white rice (uncooked)
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (grated or shredded)

Instructions

Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Season chicken with salt and pepper and garlic powder. Sauté chicken tenders until nicely browned and just cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.

Add butter, garlic, pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the empty skillet and sauté garlic for a couple of minutes on medium heat.

Turn heat to medium high and add white wine. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside 3 tablespoons of pan sauce to use later.

Add uncooked rice to skillet with remaining butter sauce. Stir well - make sure it's completely covered. Add chicken broth and remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Bring mixture to a low boil then reduce heat to medium-low, cover pan and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir several times while it's cooking

Sprinkle parmesan over rice then arrange chicken tenders in skillet over rice.  Cover, remove from heat then let stand for 5 minutes.

Drizzle reserved 2 tablespoons of pan sauce over chicken tenders when serving and garnish with parsley. Cool. Enjoy the CHICKEN WITH GARLIC PARMESAN RICE recipes !!!

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