Parmesan Chicken Dinner (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Parts
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4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
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1 teaspoon of onion powder
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2 tablespoons of olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup white rice, long-grain
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup peas, frozen
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1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
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2 1/2 cups chicken broth
# Instructions:
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In a big skillet, warm up two tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
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On both sides of the chicken breasts, sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
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Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook them for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked.
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Take the chicken out of the skillet and place it on a plate with aluminum foil on top to keep it warm.
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Drop the rice into the same skillet and stir it around for a couple of minutes to toast it lightly.
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Pour chicken broth into the skillet, mixing the rice into the liquid.
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Let the broth come to a simmer. Turn the heat down low, cover with a tight lid, and let the rice cook for 15-18 minutes until tender and the liquid disappears.
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While waiting for the rice, cut the cooked chicken into cubes or slices.
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When the rice is done, mix in the heavy cream along with the grated Parmesan cheese.
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Add the frozen peas, making sure they're evenly mixed into the rice.
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Layer the chicken slices over the creamy rice inside the skillet.
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Cover the skillet again and let everything heat on low for another 3-5 minutes so the chicken warms up and the peas finish cooking.
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Turn off the heat and let the dish rest for a few minutes before dishing it up.
# Notes:
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Try bone-in chicken breasts for a deeper flavor, but allow more time to cook.
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Use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream to cut down on richness.
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Switch out frozen peas for broccoli or spinach if you'd like a change.
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Stir the rice now and then during simmering so it won't stick to the pan.
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You can make your own broth at home for a fresher flavor.