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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate comfort food that envelops your senses with rich flavors and creamy textures. This dish features tender chicken breasts simmered in a luscious sauce, accompanied by fluffy rice that absorbs every bit of goodness. Perfect for cozy dinners or when you need a little culinary warmth, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to impress family and friends alike.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent, then add minced garlic for an additional minute.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add chicken to the skillet and sear each side until golden brown (about 5 minutes per side).
  3. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard; stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Add uncooked rice to the mixture; cover tightly and cook on low heat for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
  5. Remove from heat and gently fold in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Author: Emily Harrison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 670mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg