Description

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines tender chicken simmered in a rich, velvety sauce served over fluffy rice. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, effortlessly delivering big flavors with minimal effort.

Ingredients

Scale

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

1. Prep your ingredients: chop garlic and onion finely.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and brown them for about 5 minutes per side until golden.
3. Add minced garlic and chopped onion; sauté until fragrant and translucent (about 3 minutes).
4. Pour in chicken broth and soy sauce; stir to combine and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Mix in heavy cream and uncooked rice, ensuring the rice is submerged in the sauce.
6. Cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
Calories: 525
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 24g
Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or mushrooms. Substitute half-and-half or coconut milk for heavy cream if desired. Adjust cooking time when using brown rice as it takes longer to cook.