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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice That Delights Every Bite!
Description
A delicious and hearty dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a creamy sauce served over fluffy rice, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add rice to the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes until slightly toasted.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, stir in heavy cream and thyme, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, if necessary. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- This dish can be made in advance and reheated for quick meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg