Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, offering a delicious blend of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. With its cheesy goodness and hearty texture, this recipe is sure to become a beloved staple in your home. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or a crowd, Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a meal that satisfies and warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. In a skillet over medium heat, cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add rice and toast for about a minute. Pour in chicken broth and salt; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- For the sauce, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour to create a roux; then whisk in milk and chicken broth until smooth. Add spices and cheeses until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet on top of rice; pour sauce over everything. Cover and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg