Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce, perfectly enveloping fluffy rice. Ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, this dish promises warmth and satisfaction with every bite. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, it’s an effortless way to create lasting memories around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear chicken breasts for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions for 3 minutes until translucent, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Season with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in rinsed rice and return seared chicken to the skillet. Cover tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until rice absorbs all liquid.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg