Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Best Comfort Food Delight
A creamy and delicious chicken and rice dish that is perfect for comforting meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Brown the chicken in the skillet for about 5 minutes on each side.
- Add rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Check seasoning and adjust if necessary.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe