Sizzle Up Creamy Smothered Chicken And Rice for Cozy Nights
A comforting and delicious recipe for creamy smothered chicken served over fluffy rice, perfect for cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add chicken thighs and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until browned.
- Stir in rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked and chicken is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished as desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken thighs in spices overnight.
- This dish can be topped with fresh parsley for garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken, Cozy Recipes, Comfort Food