Irresistibly Easy Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice Delight
A quick and elegant Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice that is perfect for dinner, elevating your meal with comfort and flavor.
Equipment
- Skillet
- pot
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces Chicken Breasts Boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin
- 4 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup White Wine Substitute with chicken broth if preferred
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Rice
- 1 cup Jasmine Rice Can substitute with basmati or long-grain rice
- 2 cups Chicken Broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for rice)
Finishing Touches
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Can substitute with margarine
- to taste Salt Essential for seasoning
- to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley For garnish
Instructions
How to Make Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice
- Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until clear. Boil it in chicken broth, cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for 15-20 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then stir in Parmesan, garlic powder, and olive oil. Keep warm on low heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, sauté for 1 minute. Pour in white wine and scrape the bottom of the pan, simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Add lemon juice and chicken broth to the reduction. Simmer for 3-4 minutes to blend flavors.
- Return chicken to skillet and stir in unsalted butter until melted and coats chicken. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the creamy garlic Parmesan rice, top with chicken and sauce, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding your favorite vegetables like asparagus or spinach.