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Skillet chicken zucchini and cheesy rice - the image shows a plate of food with a serving of rice and chicken. the rice is white and fluffy, and the chicken is cooked in a creamy orange sauce with chunks of chicken and zucchini scattered throughout. the dish is garnished with fresh parsley. the plate is sitting on a white marble countertop, and there is a wooden spoon resting on the side. the overall color scheme of the dish is warm and inviting.

Skillet Chicken, Zucchini, and Cheesy Rice


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  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breasts, sautéed zucchini, and creamy cheesy rice cooked together in a skillet for an easy and delicious dinner.


Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
2 medium zucchinis, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken pieces with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the diced zucchini and cook for another 4-5 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables.
Pour in the chicken broth, then add dried thyme and dried oregano. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid.
Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
After 15 minutes, remove the lid and stir the rice gently.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and sprinkle the cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses evenly over the top.
Cover the skillet again and cook for an additional 5 minutes on low heat until the cheese is melted and the rice is tender.
Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes