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Delicious smothered chicken served with rice on a white plate

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

A comforting dish with hearty chicken and creamy rice, perfect for weeknights or leisurely weekends. Easy to prepare and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Main protein for the dish
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder For seasoning the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder For seasoning the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika For seasoning the chicken
  • to taste Salt and black pepper For seasoning the chicken

Rice and Liquid Base

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice Main carbohydrate
  • 2 cups chicken broth Liquid for cooking rice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt For flavoring the rice

Cream Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For thickening the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour To create a roux
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk For creaminess
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth To add more flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder For flavor in the sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme For additional flavor
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese For richness
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese For a different cheese flavor

Garnish

  • to taste Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish before serving

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Cooking Chicken

  • Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Cooking Rice

  • Add the rice to the same skillet to toast briefly.
  • Pour in chicken broth and salt and bring to a gentle simmer.

Making the Sauce

  • Melt butter in a saucepan and add flour to create a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in whole milk and additional chicken broth until the mixture thickens.
  • Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted.

Combining and Finishing

  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with rice and pour the cheese sauce over.
  • Cover and let everything heat through on low heat.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve warm and enjoy! Great for family dinners and leftovers taste even better.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 900mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
Keyword Chicken and Rice, comfort food, creamy chicken, Easy Recipe, weeknight meal
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