Easy Creamy Chicken and Rice Skillet
A comforting and creamy chicken and rice dish that simmers on the stovetop, perfect for cozy dinners with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics in olive oil until onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Brown the chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper, until cooked on all sides.
- Add the rinsed rice, ensuring it’s coated with the chicken and aromatics.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until rice is tender.
- Introduce the heavy cream and peas, and add parmesan cheese if desired, cooking until heated through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with a green salad or crusty bread. Can substitute heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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