Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of Insanely Creamy One-Pan Chicken & Veggie Rice, a delightful dish that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a velvety creamy sauce all in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also versatile—allowing you to customize it with seasonal veggies or alternative proteins. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal cleanup, you can create a heartwarming meal that fills your home with joy and satisfies hungry appetites.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/3 cup sliced carrots
- 1/3 cup green peas
- 1/3 cup corn
- 1/3 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Whisk in heavy cream and allow it to warm through before adding Parmesan cheese and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook one cup of rinsed long-grain rice in two cups of chicken broth according to package instructions. When done, fold in the sautéed chicken and mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn, bell pepper) into the creamy sauce. Stir gently until well combined.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg