Creamy Three-Cheese Chicken and Garlic Rice Skillet

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Pour the chicken broth into a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add the rice, cover, reduce the heat to low, and cook for 18 minutes. Fluff with a fork and set aside.

Step 2

Toss the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Melt 5 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, turning the pieces as they brown, until fully cooked.

Step 4

Move the chicken to a plate. Add the remaining 5 tablespoons butter to the skillet and let it melt.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute.

Step 6

Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream. Add the cream cheese and stir until it melts completely.

Step 7

Add the cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella a little at a time, stirring until the cheeses melt into a thick sauce.

Step 8

Fold the cooked rice and chicken into the skillet until everything is evenly covered in the cheese sauce.

Step 9

Sprinkle the parsley over the top and serve hot.