Description
Indulge in the comforting tastes of Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, a delightful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken and fluffy rice in a rich, cheesy sauce. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. With its creamy texture and savory flavor profile, this meal is sure to please both kids and adults alike. Plus, the ease of cleanup makes it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Discover how easy it is to create this comforting classic in your own kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon thyme
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a large skillet with olive oil, sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, boil chicken broth; add rice and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour until golden. Gradually add milk and broth to form a smooth sauce. Stir in cheeses and seasonings; cook until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; spoon sauce over it and simmer on low for 10 minutes.
- Serve over rice garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg