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A vibrant plate of creamy smothered chicken sitting atop fluffy rice, garnished with fresh herbs, on a rustic wooden table with natural light highlighting the textures.

Comforting Smothered Chicken and Rice for Easy Weeknight Dinner

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A rich and creamy chicken and rice skillet that combines tender chicken breasts in a savory sauce with fluffy rice, all cooked in one pan for maximum convenience.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Brown chicken until golden on both sides and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Add rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir well.
  4. Place chicken breasts on top of the rice mixture. Cover and simmer on low for 25-30 minutes, until the rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
  5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the cream and broth for a thicker or thinner sauce.
  • Use cooked vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg