Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice

Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice Recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

For the Rice:

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika on both sides.
   2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
2. Make the Sauce:
   1. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
   2. Add the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
   3. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer for about 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Cook the Rice:
   1. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, chicken broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
   2. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-18 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
   3. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
4. Combine and Serve:
   1. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet with the sauce, spooning some of the sauce over the chicken to coat.
   2. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to reheat and absorb the flavors.
   3. Serve the chicken over the cooked rice, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Enjoy your Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Rice!