Garlic Parmesan Chicken Rice (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken with garlic parmesan rice, fresh lemon, and herbs makes a comforting dish the whole family will love.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
04 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
05 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Rice and Sauce

08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - 1 cup long grain white rice
12 - 2.25 cups chicken broth
13 - 120 milliliters heavy cream
14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish

15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
16 - Extra lemon wedges, for serving

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil and unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes. Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.
02 - Lower the heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic. Pour in lemon juice and lemon zest, stirring to deglaze and scrape up any fond from the pan.
03 - Add long grain white rice to the skillet, stirring well to coat in the aromatics and fat. Toast the rice for 1 to 2 minutes until slightly translucent.
04 - Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
05 - Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Incorporate heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese, stirring gently until the cheese melts and the rice is creamy. Let sit for 1 minute for optimal texture.
06 - Transfer creamy rice onto serving plates. Slice reserved chicken and arrange over the rice. Garnish with fresh parsley and add extra lemon wedges on the side before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Swap chicken breasts for thighs to achieve a juicier profile.
02 - Half and half can be used in place of heavy cream for a lighter texture.
03 - Hand-grated Parmesan enhances melt and flavor.
04 - Leftovers store well and are ideal for reheating.

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