Imagine tender chicken smothered in a golden garlic-Parmesan crust, resting atop the creamiest, cheesiest rice you've ever tasted - all made in ONE pan with just 15 minutes of prep! This restaurant-quality dish delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup, making it the perfect busy weeknight hero meal.
✨ Why This Recipe Goes Viral Every Time
✅ One-pan = easy cleanup (no stacks of dishes!)
✅ Ready in 35 minutes - faster than delivery
✅ Creamy without heavy cream (thanks to a chef's trick)
✅ Picky-eater approved - kids devour this
✅ Leftovers taste even better - makes great meal prep
📝 Ingredients (Simple & Budget-Friendly)
For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp each: garlic powder, paprika, salt
½ tsp black pepper
For the Garlic Parmesan Rice:
1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
2 cups chicken broth
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 tbsp butter
½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup baby spinach (optional but recommended)
Garnish: Extra Parmesan, chopped parsley
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