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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice

This creamy smothered chicken rice dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich and flavorful sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup spinach fresh

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken and Rice
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Place the chicken breasts into the skillet and sear on both sides until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.
  5. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Stir in the rice and cook according to package instructions using the remaining broth, about 15 minutes.
Make the Creamy Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream. Stir until well combined.
  2. Add the fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  3. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce for about 2 minutes.
Serve
  1. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and divide it among serving plates.
  2. Top each plate of rice with the creamy chicken mixture and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 485kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For added flavor, try garnishing with fresh parsley or a sprinkle of cheese before serving.

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