Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Best Smothered Chicken and Rice. This recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts simmered in a rich, creamy gravy served over fluffy white rice. Effortless to make and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or cozy nights at home. With just the right balance of seasonings and a hint of garlic, this dish is sure to become a favorite that brings everyone back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup peas or carrots (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; let rest.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté onions in oil until translucent (about 4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and paprika; stir for about 1 minute.
- Brown chicken breasts in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side until golden.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in rice; cover skillet and simmer on low for about 20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg