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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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A comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Rice
  • 4 pieces 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (About 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 cup 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups 2 cups chicken broth Use this instead of water for cooking rice for maximum flavor.
Cream Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream Half-and-half or non-dairy alternatives work too.
  • 1 medium 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup 1 cup frozen peas (optional) Can be added for extra nutrition.
  • 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon 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 chicken broth instead of water. Set aside when finished.
  2. While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Add them to the skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. Lower the heat, then stir in the heavy cream, blending it with the other ingredients.
  2. If desired, add frozen peas to the cream sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it in the creamy sauce. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to warm the chicken and meld the flavors.
Serving
  1. Serve the creamy smothered chicken over the cooked rice, and garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.
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