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Classic Creamy One Pot Chicken and Rice: Easy Weeknight Dinner

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Make this classic creamy one pot chicken and rice for a satisfying, hearty meal with minimal cleanup. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a perfect, comforting family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
  • 0.5 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it in the oil and onion mixture for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Return the browned chicken to the pot. Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots mix, cream cheese cubes, and Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  8. Let the dish sit, covered, for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer darker meat.
  • For a richer flavor, use low-sodium chicken broth.
  • If the rice seems too thick before the full cooking time is up, add a splash more broth or milk.

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