Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that envelops you in a rich, savory sauce while filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. This dish features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious cream sauce with fluffy rice, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in. Simple to prepare yet stunning on the dinner table, this recipe is bound to become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping garlic finely.
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir gently to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in rice, thyme, and oregano; cover the skillet with a lid.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: Enhance flavor by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. For a low-carb alternative, replace rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice.