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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice for Ultimate Comfort Night

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights, featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice in a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or substitute with vegetables
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with butter
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice brown rice can be used with adjustments
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth homemade or low-sodium preferred
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter or substitute with olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour gluten-free option available
  • 1 cup Whole Milk almond milk or cream can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder can use fresh onions with adjusted cooking time
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika regular paprika can be used if needed
For the Cheese & Garnish
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese use your favorite cheese
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese other cheese varieties can work
  • to taste Fresh Parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice and a pinch of salt, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add milk and chicken broth, whisking until smooth and thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in shredded cheddar and grated Parmesan until melted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Combine the chicken with the creamy sauce in the skillet, simmer on low for about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the chicken rest after cooking to retain juiciness. Adjust the consistency of the sauce with broth or milk as needed.

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