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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Will Delight Your Taste Buds!


Description

A delicious one-pan dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy sauce served over fluffy rice.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add diced onion and garlic, and sauté until translucent.
  4. Add cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk, stirring until combined.
  5. Stir in the rice and bring to a simmer.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture.
  7. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  8. Add frozen peas and carrots, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or rosemary.
  • This dish can be made with brown rice; adjust cooking time as needed.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg