One-Pan Cheesy Parmesan Garlic Chicken and Rice by Cookinginthemidwest

Ingredients

• 450g (1 lb) chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
• 3 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken cubes, and sear for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through; remove and set aside.
2. Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter to the same skillet, add the onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rice to the skillet and toast for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly translucent.
5. Pour in the chicken broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a simmer over medium heat until heated through, about 5 min.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-18 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
7. Fold the cooked chicken and parmesan cheese into the rice until combined and melted, then serve immediately.