Print

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A comforting one-skillet meal featuring seasoned, seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy cheese sauce and served over fluffy, savory rice cooked in chicken broth.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • For the chicken:
  • 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
  • For the rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • For the creamy sauce:
  • 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 with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan, bring chicken broth and salt to a boil. Stir in rice, cover, reduce heat, and cook for 15–18 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork.
  4. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes. Gradually add milk and chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
  5. Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar, and Parmesan. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet. Spoon sauce over chicken, cover, and simmer on low for 10 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. To serve, plate rice and top with chicken and sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated cheese for a smoother sauce.
  • Don’t boil the sauce after adding cheese to prevent curdling.
  • Store rice separately if prepping ahead to maintain texture.
  • Add mushrooms or onions for extra flavor depth.
  • Thin sauce with a splash of milk if needed when reheating.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://savorymomskitchen.com/creamy-smothered-chicken-and-rice/