Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that blends tender chicken with fluffy rice, all enveloped in a rich and cheesy sauce. This one-pan meal not only offers incredible flavors but also ensures minimal clean-up, making it perfect for family dinners or busy weeknights. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that’s both satisfying and kid-friendly. With its creamy texture and savory notes, it’s sure to become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender; fluff with a fork.
- In the same skillet used for chicken, melt butter and whisk in flour until golden. Gradually add milk and chicken broth while whisking continuously. Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet with the sauce; cover and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
- Serve over fluffy rice garnished with parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg