Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this one-skillet meal is not only simple to prepare but also bursting with flavor. The creamy sauce, made with a blend of cheeses and aromatic spices, envelops the chicken and rice, creating a satisfying dish that everyone will love. Serve it with fresh herbs or your favorite sides for a complete meal that feels indulgent yet wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Cook rice in chicken broth until tender; fluff and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and whisk in flour to create a roux. Gradually add milk and broth while whisking until smooth. Stir in seasonings and cheeses until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet; cover with sauce and simmer on low until cooked through.
- Serve over rice, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 120mg