Creating Sizzle Up Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

3. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

4. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.

5. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the rice, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk. Mix thoroughly to ensure the rice is evenly coated.

6. Add Chicken: Return the seared chicken to the skillet, placing it on top of the rice mixture.

7. Bake: Cover the skillet with a lid or foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. The rice should be tender, and the chicken cooked through.

8. Add Cheese: Remove skillet from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken and rice. Return it to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

9. Garnish and Serve: Drizzle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.