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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice Recipe

Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice Recipe

5 from 30 reviews

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.

Ingredients

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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)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  2. Make the Sauce: Sauté onion and garlic in the same skillet. Add flour, then pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer until thickened.
  3. Cook the Rice: Stir rice into the sauce. Place chicken back in the skillet, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
  4. 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.

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Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice, Chicken and Rice, Creamy Chicken Recipe