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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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A comforting dish of juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy cheese sauce and served over fluffy rice — a hearty, homey meal that’s full of flavor and perfect for cozy dinners.

Ingredients

4 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

1 cup long-grain white rice

2 cups chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon salt

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1 1/2 cups whole milk

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon thyme

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine rice, 2 cups chicken broth, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until tender. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk and 1/2 cup chicken broth. Stir until thickened, about 3–4 minutes.
  6. Add garlic powder, thyme, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Simmer 2–3 minutes to heat through.
  8. Serve chicken over cooked rice, spooning extra sauce on top. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra texture and flavor.

For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half instead of milk and omit cheddar.

Swap white rice for brown or wild rice; adjust cook time as needed.

Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes for subtle heat.

Store leftovers up to 3 days; reheat gently with milk or broth to loosen sauce.

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