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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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A comforting dish of tender chicken enveloped in a creamy sauce served over fluffy rice, perfect for weeknights or cozy weekends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 1.5 pounds
  • 1 cup rice Uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half or a non-dairy product
  • 1 medium onion Diced
  • 3 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 cup frozen peas Optional
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley Fresh or dried for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions using the chicken broth instead of water.
  2. While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Place them in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  6. If desired, add frozen peas and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it in the creamy sauce, and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Serve the creamy smothered chicken over the cooked rice, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and spices. For quicker prep, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Customize with herbs or spices to suit your taste.
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