Parmesan Chicken and Broccoli Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 35 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Description:
Indulge in the savory delight of Parmesan Chicken and Broccoli, a delightful dish bursting with flavor and wholesome goodness. This recipe combines tender chicken strips, vibrant broccoli florets, and creamy Parmesan sauce, all served atop a bed of fragrant rice infused with green onions. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or any occasion when you crave a hearty, comforting meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup converted rice
- 1/2 cup green onion, chopped
- 1 1/4 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut into strips
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup milk
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 4 tbsp Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2/3 cup ham, diced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Italian seasoning, to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare rice according to package directions; once cooked, stir in half of the chopped green onions; set aside and keep warm. |
| 2 | In a large fry-pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; add chicken strips, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Saute until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink. |
| 3 | Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside, retaining any drippings in the pan. |
| 4 | In the same pan, saute the remaining chopped green onions in the drippings until tender; add more olive oil if needed. |
| 5 | Stir in cornstarch, then gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly. |
| 6 | Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture thickens and becomes bubbly. |
| 7 | Reduce the heat and add cream cheese to the sauce, stirring until smooth and well combined. |
| 8 | Remove the sauce from heat and return the cooked chicken strips to the pan. Add broccoli florets, grated Parmesan cheese, and diced ham. |
| 9 | Stir everything together and cook until heated through, and the cheese is melted, ensuring the broccoli is tender yet crisp. |
| 10 | To serve, spoon a generous portion of the rice mixture onto individual plates, then top with the flavorful chicken-broccoli mixture. Garnish with additional Parmesan cheese if desired. |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 458.1
- Fat: 17.9g
- Saturated Fat: 9.2g
- Cholesterol: 106.8mg
- Sodium: 548.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 35.5g
- Fiber: 2.1g
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Protein: 37.5g
Recipe Notes:
- For a healthier option, you can use low-fat or skim milk and reduced-fat cream cheese.
- Customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers, carrots, or peas.
- Serve with a side salad or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
