Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 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 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- In a medium pot, bring chicken broth and salt to a boil; add rice and simmer until tender.
- Cook seasoned chicken in olive oil in a large skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- Prepare the creamy sauce by melting butter and whisking in flour before gradually adding milk and broth until thickened.
- Stir in garlic powder, thyme, cheddar cheese, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine the chicken with the sauce and let it simmer briefly before serving over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg