Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Easy Comfort Food Delight
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken and creamy rice, perfect for a cozy family dinner.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in the rice, coating it with the onion mixture.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Place chicken back into the skillet, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add some crushed red pepper flakes.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice