Description
Looking for the best creamy chicken and rice recipe? This easy comfort food idea is quick, healthy, and full of flavor. Perfect for weeknights, cozy nights in, or family dinners. A simple one-pan meal made with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich cheese sauce quick, easy, and satisfying!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts cut into chunks
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cut into chunks.
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in a skillet and sear chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Add remaining butter and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add broth and rice, bring to a simmer. Cover and cook 15 minutes until rice is tender.
- Stir in cream and cheese, return chicken to pan. Simmer 5 minutes until creamy and hot.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use precooked rice to save time—just reduce broth amount.
- Rotisserie chicken works well for a shortcut.
- Try Dijon mustard or cayenne for extra flavor.
- Goes great with steamed veggies or bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 105mg