Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Smothered Chicken and Rice, a comforting dish that combines succulent chicken simmered in a creamy gravy with fluffy rice. This easy-to-make meal is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. With its rich aromas and delightful taste, it’s bound to become a favorite at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1 tsp pepper (to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika (to taste)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and chop the onion and garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides (about 6 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet; cook until fragrant (3–4 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the onion mixture, stirring well. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and soy sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Stir in heavy cream, allowing it to thicken slightly before returning the chicken to the skillet.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes until chicken is cooked through. Serve over rice with parsley as garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg