Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot dish that combines juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a creamy gravy, creating a delightful meal perfect for family dinners. This recipe captures the essence of home-cooked warmth with its rich flavors and inviting aroma that fills your kitchen. In just one pot, you can impress your guests or treat your family to a hearty dish that embodies love and comfort.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping onion and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear seasoned chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same skillet until translucent (about 3-5 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth while scraping the pan's bottom for flavor. Mix in heavy cream and seasonings to create the gravy.
- Add uncooked rice and seared chicken back into the skillet, ensuring everything is coated in gravy.
- Cover tightly and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- 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: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg