Description

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delightful dish featuring rich flavors, simple preparation, and satisfying ingredients, making it the ideal comfort food for easy, homemade dining.

Ingredients

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1 cup long grain rice
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1½ cup chicken broth
1½ cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Cook rice according to package directions.
While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then add to the hot skillet. Sear chicken for 2-3 minutes, then stir and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through (165˚F internal temp). Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet and melt. Stir in garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, then add flour and stir until a paste forms, about 1 minute.
Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a simmer. Simmer sauce for 1-2 minutes or until it thickens. Stir in salt, pepper, nutmeg, and parmesan cheese, then mix the chicken back in.
Serve the smothered chicken over the rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Notes

This dish can be customized with vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning mix for 30 minutes before cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 600
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 900mg
Fat: 35g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 150mg