Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Rice

• servings: 5 servings
• active time: 5 minutes
• total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed (can sub cooked chicken- see Notes)

1 tbsp. oil

1 tbsp. Italian seasoning

1 tsp. paprika

1 tsp. salt

1/4 to 1/2 tsp. black pepper (see Notes)

3 cloves garlic, minced (see Notes)

2 1/2 c. chicken broth

1 c. uncooked long grain rice

6 oz. sliced mushrooms, about 1 cup (optional)

1/2 c. plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

1/4 c. Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken along with the Italian seasoning, paprika, salt and pepper.

Cook and stir until chicken is lightly browned and cooked throughout, about 5 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, continuing to stir.

Add the chicken broth, rice and mushrooms. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until rice is cooked and tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Stir in Greek yogurt and Parmesan cheese, garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.