Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, a perfect dish for cozy family dinners or special occasions. This one-pan meal features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a creamy, cheesy sauce, served over fluffy rice that soaks up every bit of deliciousness. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation steps, it’s easy to create this comforting meal that will impress your loved ones. Whether you serve it straight from the skillet or alongside fresh salad, this recipe is versatile enough to accommodate any dining preference while ensuring satisfaction at the dinner table.
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
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden brown.
- Cook rice in boiling chicken broth until tender.
- In the same skillet, make the creamy sauce by whisking together butter, flour, milk, and broth until thickened. Stir in cheeses.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it; simmer until fully cooked.
- Serve over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg