Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken breasts, fluffy rice, and a rich, cheesy cream sauce infused with ranch seasoning and herbs.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add rice, chicken broth, paprika, and thyme. Stir to combine, then nestle chicken breasts back in. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix heavy cream, sour cream, and ranch seasoning. Pour over the chicken and rice.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for spice.
- Swap cheddar with mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
- Add peas, mushrooms, or spinach for extra veggies.
- Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb version.
- Fresh herbs can replace dried thyme for a fresher taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
