Cheesy Chicken & Rice One Pan Dinner {Ready in 30 Minutes or Less}

INGREDIENTS

chicken breast, cubed to 1 inch pieces

1 cup

rice, rinsed under running water until the water runs clear

1/2

medium sized onion, diced

1/2

medium sized carrot, shredded

3 cloves

garlic, minced or pressed

Olive Oil

2 tbsp

unsalted butter

3 cups

hot chicken broth or 3 cups hot water + 1 Tbsp chicken bullion base

1/2 cup

heavy cream

1/2

– 1 cup shredded cheese (Mozzarella, Gouda, Cheddar or any other good melting cheese you like)

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

freshly ground pepper

2 tbsp

chopped parsley and/or chives