Description
Best Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting dish that brings together juicy chicken, tender rice, and a creamy sauce. This crowd-pleaser is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering rich flavors that everyone will love. With its easy preparation and the ability to customize with your favorite vegetables, it’s a surefire way to impress at the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 cup onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse and dry chicken; season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Stir in rice until coated with oil; add chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, mix in heavy cream, then place seasoned chicken on top of the rice mixture.
- Cover tightly and bake for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Remove from oven, fluff rice with a fork, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg