Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice Recipe
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this comforting Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice recipe. Perfectly cooked chicken breasts nestled on a bed of savory rice smothered in a luscious cream sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
- Author: Lily
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Cream Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free option)
Optional:
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet. Add flour, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened.
- Cook the Rice: Stir rice into the sauce. Place chicken back in the skillet, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Finish and Serve: Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use cornstarch instead of flour.
- You can customize this dish by adding vegetables like peas or carrots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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