Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Rice
A comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken thighs, savory mushrooms, and creamy rice infused with herbs and lemon.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- to taste Kosher salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 1 shallot chopped shallot
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 cups lower sodium chicken broth (see note 1)
- 1 cup white rice
- 1/2 lemon juice of half a lemon
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme stems removed
- 1/2 cup cream (see note 2)
- Few sprigs parsley optional
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Season chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a skillet, brown chicken 2-4 minutes per side, then remove.
- Sauté mushrooms and shallot until golden, add garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Deglaze pan with broth, add rice, lemon, thyme, chicken, and juices; simmer 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in cream gradually, sprinkle with parsley and Parmesan, then serve.
Notes
Ensure rice is fully cooked and creamy before serving for best texture.