Creamy Homestyle Chicken & Rice
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 cup long‑grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk or cream
- 1 cup frozen peas & carrots
- ½ cup diced onion
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet; add onions and cook until soft.
- Stir in flour to form a roux; cook 1 minute.
- Add broth, milk/cream, and seasonings; whisk until smooth.
- Add rice, peas, carrots, and chicken.
- Cover and simmer 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and sauce is creamy.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with dinner rolls.
Serving Notes
Comforting, creamy, and perfect for a cozy farmhouse dinner. Serves 4–6.