Ingredients
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- 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 the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook rice in chicken broth according to package instructions until fluffy.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the seasoned chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter then whisk in flour; gradually add whole milk and chicken broth until thickened.
- Stir in garlic powder, thyme, and cheeses until melted.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, and simmer for a few minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice with fresh parsley as garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg