One Pan Chicken and Rice

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Servings: servings

Calories: 521cal

Author: Ashley Fehr

One Pan Chicken and Rice is a quick, easy, and family friendly dinner recipe that needs to be part of your weeknight routine! Chicken, rice, and vegetables are held together by a creamy parmesan sauce. It's a well rounded meal all in one pan!

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2) cut into ½" pieces
salt & pepper
½ medium onion (diced)
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 cups frozen peas and carrots
1 cup long grain white rice (rinsed)
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, and add to the skillet with the onion. Cook until chicken is slightly cooked on each side, and onion is translucent (the chicken does not have to be cooked through!).
Add garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, paprika and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
Add chicken broth, peas and carrots and rinsed rice. Bring to a simmer over high heat, cover and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 10-15 minutes, until rice is tender.
Stir in cream and Parmesan. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired. Serve.

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Notes

Ingredients and Substitutions:

Chicken: any kind of boneless, skinless chicken pieces work well here, or you can swap for another protein of your choice. You can also omit the chicken and add in extra vegetables for a meatless meal.
Chicken broth: I always start with low sodium broth and adjust the salt on my own as needed. You can also use vegetable broth or water with chicken bouillon.
Vegetables: This recipe is easily customizable, so you can swap the veggies for ones your family enjoys!
Rice: I usually use long grain white rice (any kind) as it cooks pretty quickly, but you can also use long grain brown rice. You won't need to change any of the measurements, but it does take longer to cook.
Cream and Parmesan: you can omit these for a dairy-free version, or add extra for a rich and creamy twist.

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