Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe. Tender, juicy chicken is enveloped in a creamy gravy, served over fluffy rice that absorbs all the savory goodness. This dish not only warms the heart but also creates cherished memories around the dinner table. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, it’s a delightful meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by cutting chicken breasts into pieces and chopping onions and garlic.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear the chicken pieces in oil until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side) and season with salt and pepper.
- Add chopped onions, followed by minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent (3–4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping up bits from the skillet's bottom. Stir in heavy cream, soy sauce, and paprika; let it simmer gently.
- Mix in the rice and cover; reduce heat to low, allowing it to simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is cooked and flavors meld.
- Once done, stir everything well, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 135mg