Description

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delightful comfort dish featuring tender chicken cooked in a rich, creamy sauce that’s perfect over rice. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, this meal brings flavor and warmth to your dinner table, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1½ cup chicken broth
1½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes, then stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked (165˚F internal temperature). Remove chicken and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium, add butter to the skillet, and let it melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Add flour and mix until it forms a paste, about 1 minute.
Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing it to a simmer. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1-2 minutes until it thickens. Stir in salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and parmesan cheese, then fold the cooked chicken back into the sauce.
Serve the smothered chicken over the cooked rice and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the spices for a few hours before cooking.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can add a bit more flour or allow it to simmer longer before serving.
Feel free to use cooked rice if you’re short on time; just heat it through before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 880mg
Fat: 39g
Saturated Fat: 21g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 31g
Cholesterol: 150mg