Description
Enjoy the perfect Southern comfort meal with crispy Long John Silver’s Hush Puppies and rich, creamy chicken and rice. This hearty, satisfying recipe combines fluffy, golden hush puppies with tender chicken smothered in a cheesy, velvety sauce, served over fluffy rice. Ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup minced onion: Adds sweetness and depth
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour: Provides structure and crispiness
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal: Gives classic Southern texture
- 1 teaspoon baking powder: Ensures fluffiness
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more for sprinkling: Enhances flavor
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar: Balances the savory notes
- 2 teaspoons onion powder: Boosts aromatic flavor
- 1 large egg: Binds the batter
- 1 cup whole milk: Adds moisture and richness
- Vegetable oil, for frying: Creates golden crispness
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts: Juicy protein base
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder: Adds savory depth
- 1 teaspoon onion powder: Enhances flavor
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika: Adds smoky warmth
- Salt and black pepper, to taste: Classic seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil: For searing the chicken
- 1 cup long-grain white rice: Fluffy, separate grains
- 2 cups chicken broth: Adds savory richness to rice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt: Seasons the rice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter: Forms the creamy sauce base
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour: Thickens the sauce
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk: Makes the sauce velvety
- 1/2 cup chicken broth: Adds depth to the sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder: Enhances flavor
- 1/4 teaspoon thyme: Adds herbaceous aroma
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese: Melty, sharp richness
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese: Nutty, salty finish
- Fresh parsley, chopped: Adds color and freshness
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine minced onion, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, sugar, and onion powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and milk together, then stir into the dry ingredients until smooth.
- Cover the batter and chill for 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large pot to 350°F (use a thermometer).
- Carefully drop heaping tablespoonfuls of batter into the hot oil and fry in batches for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer hush puppies to a paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt.
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In a saucepan, bring chicken broth and salt to a boil. Add rice, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Add garlic powder, thyme, cheddar, and Parmesan. Stir until sauce thickens and cheese melts.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, cover, and simmer on low for 10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve chicken and sauce over rice with hush puppies on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Chilling the batter helps hush puppies hold their shape.
- Maintain oil temperature for evenly crispy hush puppies.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for a smooth, creamy sauce.
- Rest chicken for a few minutes after cooking to retain juiciness.
- Hush puppies can be made in an air fryer for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying & Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (chicken, rice & 3 hush puppies)
- Calories: 730
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
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