Creamy Chicken with Soft Rice - Chef Melt

Ingredients

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt as needed
• Dash of black pepper
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 cup white rice (long-grain)
• 2 cups of chicken stock
• ½ teaspoon of salt
• 2 tablespoons butter (unsalted)
• 2 tablespoons plain flour
• 1 ½ cups whole milk
• ½ cup chicken stock
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ cup Parmesan (grated)
• ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
• Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)