Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A delicious and easy recipe for Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice that will delight your taste buds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover the skillet.
- Simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, Easy Comfort Food