📝 Description
A cheesy, skillet-style twist on a classic Philly—juicy chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, and melty cheese over fluffy rice. Bold, comforting, and perfect for a quick, high-protein dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
🍗 Chicken
2 cups cooked chicken (sliced or shredded)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt & black pepper
🍚 Rice Base
2 cups cooked rice
1 tbsp butter 🧈
🧅 Philly Veggies
1 bell pepper (sliced)
1 small onion (sliced) 🧅
2 garlic cloves (minced) 🧄
🧀 Cheese Melt
1 cup shredded mozzarella or provolone 🧀
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1/2 cup milk 🥛
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Chicken
Heat oil in a skillet.
Season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt & pepper.
Cook until heated through and slightly golden. Remove and set aside.
2️⃣ Sauté Veggies
In the same pan, cook onions and peppers until soft.
Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
3️⃣ Make the Cheese Sauce
Lower heat → add milk and cheeses.
Stir until melted and creamy.
4️⃣ Combine
Add cooked rice and butter → mix.
Return chicken to skillet.
Toss everything in the cheese sauce.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
🔥 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
Calories: 650 kcal
Protein: 42g 💪
Carbs: 50g
Fat: 30g
