Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting and indulgent dish that’s perfect for family meals or cozy gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a rich, cheesy sauce, combined with fluffy rice to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. The delightful blend of garlic, thyme, cheddar, and Parmesan elevates this dish, making it not only flavorful but also easy to prepare in just 40 minutes. Whether served on its own or alongside fresh vegetables and salads, this one-pan wonder is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 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 thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In a separate pot, combine rice with chicken broth and salt; bring to boil then simmer for 18-20 minutes until cooked through.
- In the same skillet used for chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour to create a roux; gradually add milk and broth while whisking until smooth. Stir in spices and cheeses until melted and thickened.
- Add chicken back to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes to meld flavors. Serve over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg