Smothered Chicken and Rice: Indulgent Comfort Food Delight
This Smothered Chicken and Rice is the perfect blend of flavor and comfort, bringing together juicy chicken and fluffy rice in a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and brown on both sides.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic, sautéing until soft.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth, mixing well.
- Add rice to the mixture, followed by the browned chicken.
- Cover and simmer on low heat until rice is cooked and chicken is tender.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices beforehand.
- This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- 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 and Rice, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe