Best Smothered Chicken and Rice
The Best Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort dish that brings warmth and happiness to any table. Succulent chicken breasts are nestled in a creamy, flavorful sauce, served over fluffy long-grain rice that perfectly absorbs every delicious bite. This family-friendly recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, it guarantees smiles and satisfied appetites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until translucent (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add rinsed long-grain rice and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil while scraping any flavorful bits from the pan.
- Stir in cream of chicken soup and thyme; place seared chicken on top without stirring.
- Cover tightly and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors.
- Let rest covered for 5 minutes before fluffing rice gently with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg