Description
A delicious and comforting dish of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy, cheesy sauce.
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
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- In a separate saucepan, bring chicken broth and salt to a boil. Add rice, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
- In the skillet used for the chicken, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually add milk and chicken broth, whisking until smooth. Cook until thickened.
- Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Serve over fluffy rice, garnished with parsley.
Notes
Feel free to adapt ingredients based on availability. You can add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for a nutritious boost.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American