Smothered Chicken And Rice Recipe
This Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe is a delicious one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, creamy rice, and flavorful seasoning, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear chicken until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Stir in rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, thyme, and heavy cream. Mix well.
- Place chicken back in the skillet over the rice mixture. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
- Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use boneless chicken thighs for faster cooking.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or peas for extra flavor and texture.
- Adjust the creaminess by using more or less heavy cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg