Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, a delightful one-pan meal that combines tender chicken and fluffy rice in a rich, cheesy sauce. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 45 minutes—but also incredibly satisfying. With its creamy texture and savory flavor, it’s guaranteed to please both children and adults alike. Cleanup is a breeze, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear chicken in olive oil for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In a medium saucepan, boil chicken broth with a pinch of salt. Add rice and simmer covered for 15-18 minutes until tender; fluff with a fork.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour until golden brown. Gradually add milk and remaining broth while whisking until smooth. Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet with the sauce; cover and simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
- Serve over fluffy rice garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg