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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup of long-grain white rice
– 2 cups of chicken broth
– 1 cup of heavy cream
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 3 cloves of garlic, minced
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– 1 teaspoon of paprika
– 1 teaspoon of dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon of salt
– ½ teaspoon of black pepper
– ¼ cup of fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating your own Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is easy when you follow these simple steps:

1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
2. Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Onions and Garlic: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onions and cook until translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add Rice and Broth: Stir in the rice, then add the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Return Chicken to Skillet: Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet. Cover and let it simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the rice to cook through and absorb the broth.
6. Make it Creamy: After 15 minutes, remove the lid and pour in the heavy cream. Stir gently to combine and allow the sauce to thicken for an additional 5 minutes over low heat.
7. Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a fresh finish.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from heat and serve hot.

These steps ensure you create this amazing meal with ease and confidence, resulting in a dish your family will adore.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 550 kcal
  • Fat: 25g
  • Protein: 35g