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Creamy chicken smothered in a rich sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice.

Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a creamy sauce served over flavorful rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Protein

  • 4 pieces chicken fillets (about 1.5 pounds)

Grains

  • 1 cup rice (uncooked)

Liquids

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (can be substituted with half-and-half or a non-dairy product)

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup frozen peas (optional)

Fats

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon parsley (fresh or dried for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Rinse the rice under cold water and cook according to package instructions using chicken broth.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion, and sauté until translucent.
  • Add garlic, then season and cook chicken until golden brown.
  • Remove chicken, add cream to skillet, and simmer.
  • Add peas if desired, return chicken, and simmer to blend flavors.
  • Serve over rice, garnished with parsley.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy product.
Keyword chicken