Description
Looking for a dish that’s cozy, creamy, and guaranteed to impress? This Creamy Chicken and Rice recipe is the one-pot dinner of your dreams. It’s a quick dinner idea made with juicy chicken, flavorful rice, and a rich, velvety sauce that brings it all together. Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner, comforting food ideas, or healthy-ish homemade meals, this dish checks every box. Ideal for weeknight cooking, meal prep, or feeding a hungry family, it’s a go-to recipe that delivers every time.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
1 cup long grain white rice
2 ½ cups chicken broth
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup diced carrots
½ cup diced celery
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 tsp Italian seasoning
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, melt butter. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until soft and fragrant.
4. Stir in the rice to lightly toast, then pour in chicken broth.
5. Bring to a simmer, nestle the chicken back in, cover, and reduce heat. Cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
6. Remove chicken, shred or cube, then return to the pot.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese (if using). Mix until fully incorporated and creamy.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
9. Serve hot with garnish of fresh herbs or extra cheese.
Notes
Toasting the rice adds a slightly nutty flavor that deepens the dish.
If using chicken breasts, be careful not to overcook to avoid dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: easy dinner, creamy chicken and rice, one pot meal, comfort food, chicken recipe