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Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe to Delight You!

A delectable recipe for smothered chicken and rice that is sure to delight your taste buds.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for heat
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the frozen peas and carrots. Cover and allow to finish cooking.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For added flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite spices or a bit of lemon juice for a few hours before cooking.
  • Substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk for a lighter version or to add a hint of sweetness.

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