Description
One-Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights, combining convenience with flavor in a single dish. This delightful meal features succulent chicken and fluffy rice cooked together, infused with the rich tastes of garlic, butter, and parmesan. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, but cleanup is a breeze thanks to the one-pan method. The versatility of this recipe allows for quick adjustments based on your family’s preferences, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or casual gatherings. Enjoy a hearty meal that will leave everyone at the table satisfied!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken tenders
- Poultry seasoning (or cajun seasoning)
- 3 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup butter
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup white grape juice
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice (basmati or jasmine)
- 2 ¾ cups low sodium chicken stock
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken on both sides. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden. Reduce heat to low.
- Add half of the butter and one tablespoon of garlic to the pan; sauté until fragrant. Remove the chicken and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, increase heat slightly, add remaining butter and garlic, then pour in grape juice. Simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Stir in uncooked rice and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Add chicken stock, red pepper flakes, and salt; bring to a boil then reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in parmesan cheese before adding diced chicken on top.
- Mix remaining melted butter with reserved pan juices and parsley; drizzle over the dish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg