Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Dinner Recipe
A delicious and comforting creamy chicken and rice recipe that’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until soft.
- Season chicken breasts with paprika, salt, and pepper, then add to the skillet.
- Brown the chicken on both sides.
- Stir in rice and chicken broth, bringing to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Stir in heavy cream, cooking for an additional few minutes.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, substitute some broth with white wine.
- Top with fresh parsley before serving for a pop of color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Creamy, Smothered, Chicken, Rice, Quick Dinner