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Smothered Chicken and Rice

Smothered Chicken and Rice: A Cozy Family Favorite

Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights, bringing family together with its delicious flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup white rice Consider jasmine or brown rice.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Coconut milk for a lactose-free version.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Swap for vegetable broth for vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons butter Olive oil as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Replace with gluten-free blend if needed.
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Adds warmth and color.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Customize with other herbs as desired.
For Seasoning
  • salt Adjust to taste.
  • black pepper Adjust to taste.
For Garnish
  • fresh parsley Chives or green onions are good alternatives.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season them generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken pieces and sear for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, add more butter if necessary, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  4. Add minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the onion and garlic mixture, cooking for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream.
  6. Once the sauce has thickened, add Italian herbs, paprika, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  7. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, coating it in the sauce, and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  8. While the chicken simmers, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  9. To serve, ladle chicken and sauce over fluffy rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish makes great leftovers. Store in an airtight container for meals throughout the week.

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