One Pan Honey Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice
One Pan Honey Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice is a delightful, hassle-free dish that brings together tender chicken thighs, creamy Parmesan cheese, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce—all cooked in one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or relaxed family dinners, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavors in just 40 minutes. With minimal cleanup and the option to add your favorite vegetables, it’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with paprika, black pepper, and oregano.
- Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add honey and soy sauce to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits.
- Stir in rice and chicken broth; mix well.
- Place seared chicken on top of the rice mixture and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook on low for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, cover again for an additional 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg