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One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice Skillet

Close-up of seared chicken pieces nestled in creamy Garlic Butter Rice with Chicken Skillet, topped with fresh parsley.
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Cook tender chicken and flavorful rice together in one skillet using a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional, for creaminess)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the cut chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides and nearly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Do not let the garlic burn.
  4. Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and toast it for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Return the partially cooked chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture.
  7. Cover the skillet tightly and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid and is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, heavy cream (if using), and Parmesan cheese. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes.
  9. Fluff the rice gently with a fork, mixing in the chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a less rich sauce, you can omit the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  • Use chicken broth instead of water to maximize the savory flavor of the rice.
  • Ensure your skillet has a tight-fitting lid for proper rice cooking.

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