Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice
This creamy smothered chicken and rice recipe is an easy dinner idea that brings comfort food to your table in just 45 minutes. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned and seared to perfection, then enveloped in a rich, flavorful sauce made with creamy cheese and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is both satisfying and versatile, allowing you to pair it with your favorite sides or enjoy it on its own. With kid-friendly flavors that appeal to all ages, it’s sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the rice in chicken broth until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken until golden brown.
- Make the creamy sauce by combining butter and flour; then whisk in milk and broth until thickened.
- Stir in cheese and seasonings before returning the chicken to the skillet to simmer.
- Serve over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg