This Creamy Garlic Chicken and Rice Skillet is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a comforting dinner. The combination of tender chicken, aromatic herbs, and creamy sauce makes it a family favorite.
Ingredients:
- Chicken Breasts: 680g / 1.5 lbs, cubed – Provides a tender and flavorful base.
- Butter: 56g / 4 tablespoons – Adds richness and helps sauté the ingredients.
- White Onion: 1, diced – Adds sweetness and depth to the dish.
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced – Infuses the dish with a robust garlic flavor.
- Dried Thyme: 1 teaspoon – Adds an earthy flavor.
- Dried Rosemary: 1/2 teaspoon, crumbled – Adds a fragrant, pine-like taste.
- Chicken Broth: 600ml / 2.5 cups – Provides a flavorful cooking liquid.
- Long-Grain White Rice: 190g / 1 cup, not quick cooking – Absorbs flavors and cooks to perfection.
- Heavy Cream: 120ml / 1/2 cup – Adds creaminess to the sauce.
- Parmesan Cheese: 60g / 1/2 cup, freshly grated – Adds a savory, cheesy flavor.
- Kosher Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper: to taste – Essential for seasoning.
- Fresh Parsley: chopped, for serving – Adds a fresh, vibrant touch.
Instructions:
Heat Your Skillet:
Heat your skillet over medium-high heat and melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté until it softens, approximately 2-3 minutes.
Cook the Chicken:
Introduce the cubed chicken to the skillet and season with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, thyme, and rosemary. Cook until the chicken develops a golden-brown crust on all sides, roughly 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
Add Broth and Rice:
Pour in the chicken broth and rice, and mix until well combined. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover your skillet, and turn down the heat to medium-low.
Simmer:
Allow the mixture to simmer until the rice becomes tender, about 15-20 minutes. Once ready, remove from the heat and mix in the heavy cream and freshly grated parmesan.
Serve:
Serve this scrumptious meal with extra parmesan and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Enjoy your comforting and delicious Creamy Garlic Chicken and Rice Skillet!
