Description
Savor the rich, creamy goodness of this Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe. This Southern-inspired dish combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious cheesy sauce poured over fluffy rice, creating a comforting meal that warms the heart and satisfies the palate. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this easy-to-make recipe is not only delicious but also versatile enough to accommodate your favorite vegetables or spices. With straightforward steps and minimal prep time, you can have a hearty dinner on the table that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Dried thyme
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear seasoned chicken in olive oil until golden brown; set aside.
- In a saucepan, cook rice in chicken broth and salt until tender.
- In the same skillet, make a creamy sauce by whisking butter and flour before adding milk and broth. Stir in cheeses until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet and coat with the sauce; simmer until cooked through.
- Serve over rice garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (Approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg