Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Honey Mustard Pepper Jack Chicken Rice, a dish that combines succulent chicken with a rich and creamy honey mustard sauce. Enhanced by the spicy kick of pepper jack cheese, this comforting meal is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit covered for 5 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey and Dijon mustard. Pour over chicken in the skillet; reduce heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- Sprinkle pepper jack cheese over chicken; cover and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Fluff rice with a fork and serve topped with creamy chicken and sauce. Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg