Description

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food—tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce with fluffy rice and hearty vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings or busy weeknights, this one-pot meal is both satisfying and simple to prepare.

Ingredients

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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper on both sides. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Rice: In the same skillet, add the rice and chicken broth. Stir to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
Create the Creamy Sauce: Once the rice is cooked, stir in the heavy cream, frozen mixed vegetables, and dried thyme. Mix well and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are heated through.
Return Chicken: Nestle the cooked chicken breasts back into the skillet, spooning some of the creamy mixture over the top.
Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot. Enjoy your creamy smothered chicken and rice!

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with Greek yogurt. To add a spicy kick, include a pinch of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños. This dish can be made vegetarian by replacing chicken with chickpeas or tofu and using vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 520
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 110mg