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Best Smothered Chicken and Rice


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free Option Available

Description

A comforting dish featuring juicy chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice, perfect for family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove the chicken and in a saucepan, bring chicken broth to boil, add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Melt butter in the skillet, whisk in flour, then gradually add milk until smooth. Stir in spices and cheeses.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, spoon creamy sauce over chicken and serve hot over rice.

Notes

Allow the chicken to brown well for a deeper flavor. Use homemade broth for better taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg