Smothered Chicken and Rice
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, one-pot dish that combines succulent chicken simmered in a rich, creamy sauce and served over fluffy rice. Each bite envelops you in warmth and flavor, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy evenings at home. With minimal prep time and the ability to adjust ingredients based on your pantry, this recipe will quickly become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onions and minced garlic until golden (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, scraping up any bits from the pan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk cornstarch with water, then add it to the sauce to thicken. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in heavy cream. Simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Prepare rice according to package instructions.
- Serve smothered chicken over rice and drizzle with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
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