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Creamy Chicken and Rice

May 23, 2016 by Wifeeclectic 30 Comments

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Creamy Chicken and Rice

I’ve done a lot of recipes over the years, and I’ve said that many of them are my favorite. But, for real, this Creamy Chicken and Rice recipe really just might be my favorite.
Chicken and rice is one of the most basic, yet satisfying, meals out there. I’ve made many different versions, but there’s something about this creamy recipe that puts it over the top. This dish is packed with flavor and feels much more elegant than a chicken and rice dish.
OK, enough chit chat. Let’s get down to the recipe.

INGREDIENTS

Chicken Ingredients

 

  • 3 Tbsp lemon pepper
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 Tbsp garlic salt
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Pkg chicken thighs (skin on)

 

Rice Ingredients

 

  • 4 Tbsp butter, divided
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 1/2 cup sushi rice
  • 4 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 3 Tbsp parsley

 

PREPARATION

  1. Create a dry rub for the chicken by combining lemon pepper, garlic salt, and paprika in a bowl. Sprinkle the rub over both sides of the chicken and lightly pat.
  2. In an oven-proof pot, warm olive oil on medium heat. Place each chicken thigh in the oil, skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes, then turn up heat to medium high and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Then turn the chicken over one more time and cook for another 3-4 minutes. The chicken should be fairly browned, though not fully cooked. It will finish cooking in the oven. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons butter to the pot and melt over medium-high heat. Saute the garlic in the butter for about a minute. Pour in the rice and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Cook for another couple minutes before pouring in the rest of the chicken broth. Add one cup of milk and salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  5. Return the chicken to the pot amid the chicken. Place the lid on the pot and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the lid and continue to cook another 10 minutes.
  7. Remove the chicken and place on a baking sheet. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes, browning the skin.
  8. Finish the rice by stirring in 2 tablespoons butter, Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup milk. Stir until well combined. Top with parsley.
  9. Serve the chicken on a bed of rice.

The strong lemon flavor works so well with the creamy nature of the rice. It’s a flavor-packed dish that is equally great for a family dinner, or for entertaining guests.

Print Recipe

Creamy Chicken and Rice

This Creamy Chicken and Rice recipe really just might be my favorite. This dish is packed with flavor and feels much more elegant than a chicken and rice dish.
Course: Main Course
Keyword: Dinner, Food, Recipe

Ingredients

Chicken Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp lemon pepper
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 Tbsp garlic salt
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Pkg chicken thighs skin on

Rice Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp butter divided
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 1/2 cup sushi rice
  • 4 1/4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 3 Tbsp parsley

Instructions

  • Create a dry rub for the chicken by combining lemon pepper, garlic salt, and paprika in a bowl. Sprinkle the rub over both sides of the chicken and lightly pat.
  • In an oven-proof pot, warm olive oil on medium heat. Place each chicken thigh in the oil, skin-side down. Cook for 3-4 minutes, then turn up heat to medium high and cook for another 2-3 minutes. Then turn the chicken over one more time and cook for another 3-4 minutes. The chicken should be fairly browned, though not fully cooked. It will finish cooking in the oven. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
  • Add 2 tablespoons butter to the pot and melt over medium-high heat. Saute the garlic in the butter for about a minute. Pour in the rice and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour in 1/4 cup chicken broth and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Cook for another couple minutes before pouring in the rest of the chicken broth. Add one cup of milk and salt and pepper. Stir and bring to a simmer.
  • Return the chicken to the pot amid the chicken. Place the lid on the pot and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and continue to cook another 10 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken and place on a baking sheet. Broil on high for 2-3 minutes, browning the skin.
  • Finish the rice by stirring in 2 tablespoons butter, Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup milk. Stir until well combined. Top with parsley.
  • Serve the chicken on a bed of rice.

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Filed Under: Dinners, Gluten Free, Recipes Tagged With: Tasty Tuesdays

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Comments

  1. Masshole Mommy says

    May 23, 2016 at 4:01 pm

    That sounds so good. I am sure that my entire family would enjoy this meal.

    Reply
  2. Terri Steffes says

    May 23, 2016 at 5:27 pm

    It sounds and looks like real comfort food! I love lemon in anything, so that really woke me up when I saw the lemon addition!

    Reply
  3. Karen Morse says

    May 23, 2016 at 6:02 pm

    Yum! I love chicken and rice but havent had it in ages! I should totally try your recipe – it looks really good and easy to prepare! 🙂
    Karen | GlamKaren.com

    Reply
  4. Sheri says

    May 23, 2016 at 7:29 pm

    I like that lemon is added to this recipe as I am learning the benefits of using lemon on food and even as simple as drinking lemon water. I like that it is simple and easy. Will be trying it.

    Reply
  5. ana de jesus says

    May 23, 2016 at 8:17 pm

    OOoh I could make a really great Quorn version of this. I love creamy veggie chicken but never tried making my own!

    Reply
  6. Author TP Keane says

    May 24, 2016 at 12:00 am

    Wow this looks so yum. I love the fact that it doesn't have a bagillion ingredients too.

    Reply
  7. Rachel Langer says

    May 24, 2016 at 12:17 am

    This looks really good! And, even better – easy to make. I bet my famiy would eat it up.

    Reply
  8. Mary says

    May 24, 2016 at 12:43 am

    This looks so delicious! I'm going to have to try making this!

    Reply
  9. Bernadette Callahan says

    May 24, 2016 at 3:43 am

    I love lemon pepper, is one of my favorite flavors. This looks really simple and good. Going to save because chicken and rice are favorites.

    Reply
  10. Amanda Love says

    May 24, 2016 at 4:04 am

    Oh this looks really good! I love anything with chicken and so does the family so I'll be giving this a try. I'm sure we'll love it.

    Reply
  11. Rebecca Sunshine says

    May 24, 2016 at 10:27 am

    Yummy delicious and the addition of parmesan sounds interesting. I've made chicken rice before (my mums favorite) but I'm thinking that addition might just kick it up a notch.

    Reply
  12. krystle cook says

    May 24, 2016 at 1:49 pm

    Looks delicious to me. I've been liking a chicken and rice dish I've been making lately. I need to add some veggies to it though.

    Reply
  13. Sara says

    May 24, 2016 at 5:03 pm

    This looks so good! I love chicken and rice but I always like to make different variations so this is perfect!

    Reply
  14. Kayleigh @ Sugar in My Texas Tea says

    May 24, 2016 at 5:39 pm

    Yumm! This looks like something my husband and I would enjoy. I love "cream of" whatever recipes, but not the yucky canned flavored cream. This looks like it has the great taste without the yuck.

    Reply
  15. Lauren G says

    May 24, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    I love a creamy dish and this sounds delicious. Almost like making risotto but way easier! I may have to try this for dinner soon 🙂

    Reply
  16. Dawn McAlexander says

    May 24, 2016 at 9:23 pm

    Chicken and rice sure do make a great meal. You have got me wanting some of it now!

    Reply
  17. Wow Di says

    May 24, 2016 at 9:47 pm

    I'm not usually fond of overly rich dishes, however I think with some substitutions I could make a vegan version with Gardein chicken.

    Reply
  18. Heather says

    May 24, 2016 at 10:47 pm

    Yum! This looks awesome! Definitely something that my family would enjoy, and so simple!

    Reply
  19. Amber Nelson says

    May 25, 2016 at 1:05 am

    That looks so delicious. I sooo want to make this!

    Reply
  20. jillconyers says

    May 25, 2016 at 1:14 am

    Looks like a dish my family would love. And I love that it's easy to make.

    Reply
  21. Paula says

    May 25, 2016 at 2:20 am

    I just had dinner, but this sounds so good that I'm hungry just thinking about it. I'm pinning it! Yum!

    Reply
  22. Leslie Hernandez says

    May 25, 2016 at 3:43 am

    Yummy!! This looks delicious, I am definitely saving this recipe to recreate this meal on the weekend. I try not to eat to much rice but once in a while it should be OK 🙂

    Leslie xoxo

    Reply
  23. Kiwi says

    May 25, 2016 at 4:10 am

    I used to think i didnt like cream corn but I really do now. I never had creamy rice but now I am interested in the concept.

    Reply
  24. Anonymous says

    May 25, 2016 at 5:26 am

    I'm a sucker for simple, feel good recipes. Love this idea and I feel less scared of rice! – Jenn

    Reply
  25. Hil'Lesha O'Nan says

    May 25, 2016 at 7:09 pm

    I don't eat meat, but this recipe looks delicious in every sense of the word! My family would enjoy it.

    Reply
  26. Jesenia says

    May 25, 2016 at 9:35 pm

    I can't wait to try this recipe! We eat chicken and rice pretty regularly, but I never tried this version. It looks delicious!

    Reply
  27. Kid Minds says

    May 26, 2016 at 11:14 am

    I love recipes for creamy dishes that don't use canned soups. I think this would be a hit with my kids. I will add it to the next week's schedule.

    Reply
  28. Oh Chic Mom says

    May 26, 2016 at 6:59 pm

    This looks amazing! Do I have to use sushi rice or can I use regular rice. This would be great for my kids!

    Reply
  29. nicole says

    May 27, 2016 at 3:01 am

    This looks delicious and I love how you plated your meal. What a great photo.

    Reply
  30. MeritK says

    June 8, 2016 at 7:28 pm

    Looks Delicious! Thanks for sharing this with us at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply

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