Southern Cheesy Chicken with Fluffy Rice - Cook with Carla

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Black pepper, to taste
• Salt, to taste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 1/2 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter