Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice – Your Ultimate Comfort Meal!
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delicious and comforting dish that combines tender chicken with creamy sauce and fluffy rice, perfect for a family meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add to the skillet.
- Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add rice and stir for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and return chicken to the skillet.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include vegetables like peas or carrots.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg