Chicken Cheese Rice Skillet
This creamy skillet features tender chicken, fluffy rice, and melted cheese combined with simple seasonings for a comforting and easy one-pan family meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet with lid
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 chicken breasts diced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Colby-Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/2 cup peas corn, or broccoli
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season diced chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until lightly golden. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the rice to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring to lightly toast the grains.
- Pour in chicken broth and milk. Add paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well, bring to a gentle boil, then cover and reduce heat.
- Simmer for 15 to 18 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Use brown rice but increase liquid and cooking time accordingly.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
- Heat sauce or hot sauce adds extra flavor and spice.