Easy Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice Dinner Recipe
Indulge in the comfort of our Easy Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice Dinner Recipe, a delightful dish that brings together succulent chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this meal is not only satisfying but also straightforward to prepare. With a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can serve a hearty dinner that everyone will love. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or spices to make it your own!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or a non-dairy alternative)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon parsley (fresh or dried for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme.
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil then simmer covered for 15-18 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; sear seasoned chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté diced onion in the same skillet until softened; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and cream; return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve over fluffy rice and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 370g)
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg