Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice: Indulgent Comfort in Every Bite
Enjoy the indulgent comfort of creamy smothered chicken rice, a perfect dish for cozy family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and add onion, sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper, then add to the skillet and brown on all sides.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat, cooking for about 20 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg