Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice with Turkey Bacon Bliss
Deliciously creamy and packed with flavors, this Smothered Chicken and Rice dish topped with turkey bacon will leave you craving for more!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 piece onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices turkey bacon
- In a large skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in rice and paprika, mixing well.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream, bring to a simmer.
- Cover and cook until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve topped with crispy turkey bacon.
Notes
- Add vegetables like peas or broccoli for extra nutrition.
- Can substitute chicken breasts with thighs if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food