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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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Enjoy this creamy smothered chicken and rice recipe that’s perfect for cozy dinners—easy to make and full of flavor. Try it tonight!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley (chopped for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides; remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, toast rice for about a minute. Add chicken broth and salt; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is tender.
  3. In a separate pan, melt unsalted butter and whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually add whole milk and chicken broth; stir until thickened.
  4. Mix in garlic powder, dried thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan cheese until melted. Return chicken to the skillet with rice; pour sauce over everything.
  5. Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg
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