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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

A comforting dish of juicy chicken in a rich creamy sauce served over flavorful rice, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth, divided 1/2 cup reserved for the sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the creamy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice and salt. Lower the heat, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Cooking the Sauce
  1. Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly.
  2. Gradually add the whole milk and reserved chicken broth, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens (around 3-5 minutes). Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the sauce over it, and let it simmer on low for another 5-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy chicken over a bed of fluffy rice, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently with a splash of milk or chicken broth to loosen the sauce if needed.

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