How To Make Easy Cheesy Chicken and Rice Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup white rice
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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In a large ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, until browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
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Add the rice, chicken broth, milk, thyme, and parsley to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
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Place the chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture in the skillet.
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Cover the skillet with aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the rice is cooked and the chicken is fully cooked.
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Remove the skillet from the oven and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken and rice.
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Return the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
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Serve the Easy Cheesy Chicken and Rice hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Calories : 393kcal
- Total Fat : 16g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 101mg
- Sodium : 656mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 29g
- Dietary Fiber : 1g
- Sugars : 3g
- Protein : 32g
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