Description
This One-Pan Creamy Parmesan Chicken & Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that is easy to make and perfect for a cozy family dinner. Juicy chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection, then cooked with rice in a creamy parmesan sauce that is rich and satisfying.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken thighs, skin side down, until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Rice: In the same skillet, add rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Stir to combine.
- Cook Everything Together: Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture. Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the chicken is done.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use an oven-safe skillet for this recipe.
- You can add vegetables like peas or spinach to the rice for extra nutrition.
