This Recipe
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, cheesy sauce served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
For the Rice:
- Long-grain white rice
- Chicken broth
- Butter
For the Sauce:
- All-purpose flour
- Milk
- Thyme
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Sear seasoned chicken breasts in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through.
- Cook the Rice: Combine rice, chicken broth, and salt. Simmer until rice is cooked.
- Make the Sauce: Melt butter, whisk in flour, add milk and chicken broth. Simmer and add cheese until melted.
- Serve: Plate rice, top with chicken, pour sauce over, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Season generously.
- Ensure a good chicken sear.
- Follow the rice-to-liquid ratio.
- Be careful not to overcook the sauce.
- Adjust sauce consistency as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
