Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken (Printer View)

Creamy chicken baked with garlic, rich parmesan, and rice—ideal for warm, satisfying meals.

# Components:

→ Main Components

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

→ Sauce

03 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 4 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

→ Finishing Touches

10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

# Method:

01 - Set oven to 375°F and allow it to fully preheat.
02 - Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
03 - Spread uncooked rice evenly in the bottom of the prepared dish. Nestle chicken breasts over the rice.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, garlic, Italian herbs, pepper, and salt until smooth.
05 - Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken and rice.
06 - Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20–25 minutes until the rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F internally.
07 - Dot with butter and sprinkle with parsley before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Family friendly and picky eater approved
  • Simple prep using mostly pantry staples and one baking dish
  • Perfectly balanced creaminess without relying on heavy processed ingredients
  • Great for meal prep or making ahead for busy nights
02 -
  • Packed with protein making it filling for family dinners
  • Rice and chicken bake together for fewer dirty dishes
  • Stays creamy after reheating so leftovers taste amazing
03 -
  • Rinse the rice until the water runs clear This prevents mushiness and helps separate the grains
  • Grating fresh Parmesan gives a smoother melt and better flavor Every time I buy the real stuff I end up using the extra in salads and pasta later
  • Resist stirring the dish while baking Just assemble and trust the oven to work its magic that beautiful golden topping only happens when left undisturbed

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