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A plate featuring tender, golden-brown chicken smothered in a creamy sauce, served over fluffy white rice, garnished with chopped herbs and served on a rustic table

Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

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Creamy, comforting, and hearty – the Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe is the ultimate cozy dinner. Tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich sauce with fluffy rice and aromatic spices, perfect for family meals or weeknight dinners. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite ingredients, this dish promises satisfying flavors in every bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 6-8 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and garlic until fragrant and translucent. Add rice, stirring to coat with flavors, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer. Return chicken to skillet, cover, and cook on low heat for 20-25 minutes until rice is fluffy and chicken is tender.
  4. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve hot.

Notes

  • Feel free to add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
  • This dish can be made gluten-free by using gluten-free broth and seasonings.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 27g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 49g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg