1️⃣ Sear the Chicken
Pat chicken dry, then rub with olive oil and spices
Sear in large skillet over medium-high heat 3-4 mins per side until golden
Remove and set aside (it won't be fully cooked yet)
2️⃣ Build the Flavor Base
In same pan, melt butter and sauté onion & garlic 1 minute
Add rice, toasting 2 minutes until slightly translucent
3️⃣ The Magic Simmer
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up browned bits
Stir in Italian seasoning and spinach
Nestle chicken back into pan, reduce heat to low
4️⃣ Cook to Perfection
Cover and simmer 18 minutes (NO PEEKING!)
Remove from heat, let stand 5 minutes
Stir in Parmesan until creamy
5️⃣ Serve Like a Pro
Garnish with extra Parmesan and parsley
For extra wow: drizzle with truffle oil or lemon zest
💡 Chef's Pro Tips
✔ Use thighs for juicier results (breasts dry out easier)
✔ Toast the rice - adds incredible nutty flavor
✔ Freshly grate your Parmesan - pre-shredded won't melt as well
✔ Broil 2 minutes at the end for extra crispy chicken
🔄 5-Star Variations
🌶️ Spicy Version: Add red pepper flakes + top with jalapeños
🍋 Lemon Herb: Zest 1 lemon into rice + fresh basil
🍄 Mushroom Lovers: Sauté 1 cup mushrooms with onions
❓ FAQs (Google's Top Questions Answered)
Q: Can I use brown rice?
A: Yes! Increase broth to 2.5 cups and cook 40 minutes
Q: How to store leftovers?
A: 4 days in fridge - reheat with splash of broth
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Substitute nutritional yeast for Parmesan
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