Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: A Comforting Family Favorite
A delicious and comforting dish perfect for family dinners.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add rice to the skillet and stir for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low.
- Cook for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken overnight.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice