Description
A deliciously easy recipe for creamy smothered chicken served over rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup of long-grain white rice
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add the rice and stir for a minute, then pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Stir in the heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include vegetables like peas or bell peppers.
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, Easy Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food