Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, hearty dish made with tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, served over fluffy rice.
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onions for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, heavy cream, and sour cream. Mix until well combined and bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon some sauce over them, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare white rice according to package instructions.
- Serve the creamy smothered chicken over a bed of rice, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for added nutrition.
- Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier base.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg