Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a heartwarming dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with rich, creamy gravy atop fluffy rice. This comforting meal is perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings, creating memories with every bite. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for leftovers, it’s sure to delight your taste buds and warm your soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika; let sit.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and garlic in oil until fragrant.
- Push onions aside, add chicken breasts to the skillet, and sear for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping the pan for flavor; stir in heavy cream.
- Add uncooked rice, ensuring it's submerged; cover and simmer on low for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest briefly before serving; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg