Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: A Cozy Indulgence at Home
A delightful and indulgent dish combining tender chicken with creamy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add rice and toast for a few minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer.
- Add heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, stirring well.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in spices overnight.
- Can substitute rice with quinoa for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes