Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
A creamy, comforting dish that combines tender chicken with flavorful rice, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides.
- Add the rice to the skillet and stir for a few minutes. Then, pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and frozen peas, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken and Rice, Indulgent Recipes