Creamy Smothered Chicken and Shrimp Over Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Shrimp Over Rice

 

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Shrimp Over Rice

Ingredients

  1. 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into chunks
  2. ½ lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  3. 2 cups cooked white rice
  4. 2 tbsp oil or butter
  5. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  6. 1 small onion, finely chopped
  7. 1 cup heavy cream
  8. ½ cup chicken broth
  9. 1 cup shredded Colby Jack or cheddar cheese
  10. Salt and black pepper, to taste
  11. 1 tsp paprika
  12. 1 tsp garlic powder
  13. 1 tsp onion powder
  14. ½ tsp cayenne or Cajun seasoning (optional)
  15. Optional: sliced potatoes, pan-fried

Instructions

  1. Season chicken and shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until browned and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, cook shrimp until pink and just done; remove and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
  5. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Add shredded cheese and stir until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Return chicken and shrimp to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer 2–3 minutes.
  8. Serve smothered over warm white rice, with potatoes on top if using.