Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup butter (1 stick)
- 1 pound chicken tenders
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp salt, divided
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
- ½ cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
- ½ cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
- 3 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken tenders with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet until browned and fully cooked, then set aside.
- Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and ½ tsp of salt.
- Sauté over medium heat for a few minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add the white wine, cooking for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Reserve 3 tbsp of the sauce for later use.
- Cook the Rice:
- Add the uncooked rice to the remaining butter sauce in the skillet and stir well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add the remaining ½ tsp of salt.
- Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Assemble and Finish:
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the rice and arrange the cooked chicken tenders on top.
- Cover with the lid, remove from heat, and let the dish stand for about 5 minutes so the flavors meld together.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the reserved pan sauce over the chicken and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Enjoy your delicious homemade Chicken with Garlic Parmesan Rice!
Notes
This delightful recipe is guaranteed to become a new favorite, offering both comfort and a touch of elegance to your dining table. Happy cooking!