Creamy Chicken and Rice
Creamy chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, creamy sauce. This one-pot dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, bringing warmth and joy with every bite. The delightful blend of flavors and textures will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins, this recipe guarantees satisfaction and smiles around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup fresh vegetables (peas and carrots)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping vegetables and seasoning the chicken.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pan.
- Stir in rice and pour in chicken broth, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan.
- Once the rice absorbs most of the broth, lower heat and stir in heavy cream until thickened.
- Add back chopped vegetables and cooked chicken, heating until warmed through.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 108mg