Description

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish made with succulent chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and fluffy rice. It’s a quick dinner that is full of flavor and comfort, perfect for satisfying any appetite.

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 directions.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes, then stir and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through (165˚F internal temp.). Remove chicken and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium, add butter to skillet and melt. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds. Add flour, stirring until a paste forms, about 1 minute.
Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a simmer. Allow sauce to thicken for 1-2 minutes. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, and Parmesan cheese. Add chicken back into the sauce and combine.
Serve the smothered chicken over the cooked rice and garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken with spices for a few hours before cooking.
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
Feel free to add vegetables like peas or spinach for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 650
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 36g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 45g
Cholesterol: 175mg