Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delightful comfort dish that brings together tender chicken bathed in a rich, velvety sauce, served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering maximum flavor without stress. With hints of garlic and thyme, each bite feels like a warm embrace, making it an ideal choice for gathering around the table with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large oven-safe skillet.
- Pat chicken dry; season both sides with salt, pepper, onion powder, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in the skillet; sear chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, combine heavy cream and chicken broth; pour over the seared chicken while scraping browned bits from the skillet.
- Sprinkle uncooked rice evenly around the chicken.
- Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until cooked through and rice is fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 715mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, include vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. - Substitute turkey for chicken for a delicious twist. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of broth.