Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken breasts, fluffy rice, and a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare and delivers a deliciously creamy flavor that will delight your taste buds. Each bite envelops you in warmth, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic in oil until golden brown.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano; cook in the skillet until browned on both sides (about 5 minutes each).
- Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add rice to the skillet, ensuring it’s well-coated with sauce.
- Transfer everything to the baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 30–35 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg