Description
A comforting dish with tender chicken smothered in a creamy sauce served over fluffy rice.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour heavy cream over it, and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Cover and cook for another 10 minutes until cheese melts and chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh chicken for best results.
- Adjust seasoning to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American