Best Smothered Chicken and Rice: A Juicy Comfort Meal at Home
Experience the ultimate comfort with this succulent smoked chicken and rice recipe, perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups cooked rice
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika, then brown them in the skillet.
- Remove the chicken and add onions and garlic to the skillet, sautéing until softened.
- Add chicken broth, thyme, and Worcestershire sauce; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet and reduce heat to low, covering to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve the chicken over the cooked rice with sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This dish is great for meal prep!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Smothered Chicken, Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food