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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

This creamy smothered chicken and rice recipe is a comforting one-pan wonder with juicy chicken, rich velvety sauce, and fluffy rice. It's easy enough for weeknights but cozy enough for company.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Comfort Food, Southern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 640 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Pot (for rice)
  • Tongs
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 2 lbs chicken thighs or breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (optional)

For the Rice

  • 1.5 cups long-grain white rice rinsed until water runs clear
  • 3 cups water or chicken broth for cooking rice

Instructions
 

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt butter. Add diced onion and cook until soft. Add minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Stir in cream, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes. Add cornstarch slurry if desired for thickening.
  • In a separate pot, cook rinsed rice in water or broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and cook until liquid is absorbed. Let rest before fluffing.
  • Return chicken to sauce. Simmer on low, covered, until chicken is tender and cooked through. Sauce will thicken and coat the chicken.
  • Serve chicken over rice and spoon extra sauce on top. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy warm.

Notes

Smothered chicken is a Southern classic. This creamy version is great for weeknights, with cozy flavors and easy cleanup. Add your favorite vegetables to customize it!

Nutrition

Calories: 640kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 880IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg
Keyword Chicken and Rice, creamy chicken, easy dinner, One Pan Meal, Smothered Chicken
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