Description
This Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice recipe features tender chicken tenders seared to perfection and served over creamy, flavorful garlic Parmesan rice. Enhanced with white wine, garlic, and red pepper flakes, this satisfying one-skillet meal combines rich flavors and simple cooking techniques for a delicious dinner ready in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Rice and Sauce
- ½ c. butter (1 stick)
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ c. white rice (uncooked)
- ½ c. dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
- 3 c. chicken broth
- ½ c. Parmesan cheese (grated or shredded)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken tenders with garlic powder, half of the salt, and pepper. Sear chicken in the hot oil until browned on the outside and cooked through inside, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Prepare Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and the remaining salt, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in the white wine and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly. Reserve a small amount of this sauce for drizzling later.
- Cook the Rice: Add the uncooked white rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the buttery garlic sauce. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Combine and Rest: Once rice is cooked, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the rice. Arrange the cooked chicken tenders on top, cover the skillet, and let it stand off the heat for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve: Drizzle the reserved garlic wine sauce over the chicken. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful one-pan meal.
Notes
- Use good quality Parmesan for best flavor.
- If white wine is not available, substitute with additional chicken broth or a squeeze of lemon juice for acidity.
- Make sure to rinse rice before cooking if you want fluffier results.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level or omit for no heat.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
