Smothered Chicken and Rice
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a creamy, comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich sauce over fluffy rice—perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried thyme
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes each). Set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in rice and chicken broth, bringing to a gentle boil while scraping the skillet bottom.
- Add heavy cream, thyme, and paprika; nestle the seared chicken back into the mixture. Reduce heat to low and cover.
- Simmer for about 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and has absorbed most liquid. Fluff with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Customize by swapping chicken for turkey or adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or carrots. For extra flavor, experiment with different herbs such as rosemary or oregano.
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