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Colorful plate featuring tender, golden-brown smothered chicken topped with creamy sauce, served alongside fluffy rice, garnished with fresh herbs, styled on a rustic wooden table with a neutral background.

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Delight

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This creamy smothered chicken and rice dish combines tender chicken breasts with a rich, savory sauce, served over fluffy rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and stir until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and cook for another 5 minutes until chicken is cooked through.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add sautéed mushrooms or spinach to the sauce.
  • You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 520 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg