Sizzle Up Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice: The Best Comfort Dish
A rich and creamy dish combining tender chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for comforting meals any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add some herbs like thyme or rosemary.
- Pair this dish with a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken, Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food