Best Smothered Chicken and Rice
A comforting one-pot dish featuring juicy chicken breasts, creamy cheese sauce, and tender rice, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings and Other Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- to taste garlic powder
- to taste onion powder
- to taste smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- to drizzle olive oil
- to taste thyme
- for garnish parsley
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Once the oil is hot, add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sear until golden brown.
Cooking
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the butter to the skillet, let it melt, and scrape up flavorful bits.
- Add the rice, stirring to toast slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and cook until the rice is tender.
- Slowly add the whole milk, then mix in the cheeses until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then add thyme for aroma. Garnish with parsley.
Notes
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving to thicken. Pair with a green salad or roasted vegetables.