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Easy Creamy Parmesan Chicken Bake Recipe


  • Author: l9tab
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Creamy Parmesan Chicken Bake is a kid-friendly and delicious dish featuring tender chicken strips, a creamy sauce, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for a family dinner, this recipe is simple to make and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups rice, uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 5 medium chicken breast fillets, cut into small strips
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp thyme, dried or fresh
  • 1 tsp parsley, dried or fresh
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 2 cups cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh herbs/greens for garnish (such as Italian parsley or baby spinach)

Instructions

  • Cook Rice: Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  • Sauté Onions: In a medium-sized pan, add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted and the pan is hot, add the onions and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft.
  • Prepare Chicken: Sprinkle the flour over the chicken breast strips, coating both sides.
  • Cook Chicken: Add the chicken, garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper to the pan with the onions. Cook the chicken for 2-3 minutes per side, until lightly browned but not fully cooked through.
  • Add Lemon Juice and Stock: Add the lemon juice and cook for another minute. Stir in the chicken stock and then add the cream. Allow the mixture to thicken slightly.
  • Add Parmesan: Stir in 3/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
  • Combine with Rice: Mix in the cooked rice little by little, ensuring there is enough sauce to coat the rice. You may leave out some rice if it becomes too dry.
  • Bake: Transfer the mixture to a casserole dish. Sprinkle the remaining Parmesan cheese on top. Place under the grill (broiler) for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese has browned slightly.
  • Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve hot.

Notes

  • Serve with a green salad for adults and chopped vegetables like cucumber, carrots, or cabbage for kids.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg