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Ingredients
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- 1 cup uncooked rice white or brown
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tablespoon italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons chicken bouillon powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup chicken broth or stock
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded
- 4 cups cooked chicken prepared rotisserie, shredded/chopped
- toppings as desired
Instructions
- Cook the rice following the package directions.
- In a large pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth and combined, cooking for 1 minute while stirring constantly.
- Add the Italian seasoning, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and bouillon powder, stirring to combine.
- Gradually mix in the chicken stock and then the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat, cooking until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese, one quarter cup at a time, until melted and smooth. Mix in the shredded chicken and adjust seasoning to taste, adding salt if necessary.
- Prepare the desired toppings and place them in bowls.
- Serve rice on plates, spoon the chicken gravy over the rice, and finish with toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken for convenience.
Choose a variety of toppings, such as diced tomatoes, olives, or green onions, to customize the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 785mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 100mg