Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a heartwarming, flavorful dish that combines tender chicken in a creamy sauce with fluffy rice. Ideal for chilly evenings or cozy family dinners, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to become a beloved favorite. With rich flavors and comforting textures, it’s perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a weeknight meal or a weekend gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika; sear in the skillet until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes each). Remove from skillet.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same skillet until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and cream of mushroom soup; simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with rinsed rice, ensuring rice is submerged in sauce.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg