Description
A quick, one-pan meal combining tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, fluffy rice, and vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup. Features a rich, naturally thickened sauce and vibrant color from peas and spinach.
Ingredients
Chicken Breast, 1.5 lbs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Long-Grain White Rice, 1.5 cups (rinsed)
Chicken Broth, 3 cups (low-sodium preferred)
Garlic, 5 cloves (freshly minced)
Heavy Cream, 1/2 cup (or whole milk for lighter version)
Parmesan Cheese, 1/2 cup (freshly grated)
Spinach, 4 oz (baby leaves)
Green Peas, 1 cup (frozen or fresh)
Kosher Salt, to taste
Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat
Sauté chicken until browned on all sides
Add minced garlic, cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant
Add rice, chicken broth, salt, and pepper
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 10 minutes
Stir in spinach, peas, and half the parmesan
Return to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream and remaining parmesan
Cook uncovered 3-5 minutes until liquid is absorbed and sauce thickens
Rest 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Adjust seasoning based on broth sodium
Substitute milk for cream in a dairy-free version
Use arrowroot starch as cornstarch alternative
Let rest to improve serving texture
Freezes well in airtight containers up to 2 weeks
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American-Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg