Chicken and Corn Skillet with Creamy Garlic Parmesan Rice

Delight in this Chicken and Corn Skillet with Garlic Parmesan Rice, a comforting one-pan dinner that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs For more flavor
2 tablespoons olive oil For searing
1 tablespoon butter For richness

For the Rice Mixture

2 cloves garlic Minced
1 cup corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
2 cups cooked white rice Or brown rice
1 cup chicken broth Or vegetable broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Or Pecorino Romano

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper Freshly cracked
1 teaspoon paprika Or smoked paprika

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in a skillet with olive oil and butter for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked.
In the same skillet, reduce heat and add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds.
Add corn and sauté for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
Stir in cooked rice and chicken broth. Heat for about 2 minutes.
Add remaining butter and Parmesan cheese, stirring until creamy. Adjust consistency with broth if needed.
Return chicken to skillet and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly dry chicken and controlling heat are key; add broth for desired creaminess when reheating.

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