Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken simmered in savory gravy with fluffy rice. Perfect for family dinners or impressing guests, this recipe guarantees smiles all around. The rich aroma fills your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere that makes every meal special.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup cream (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides. Set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant and onions are translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and sear each side until golden brown (approximately 5 minutes per side).
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in rinsed rice, cover tightly, and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes or until rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- Optional: Stir in cream before serving for a richer gravy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg