Description
Smothered chicken and rice is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort and joy to your dinner table. Tender chicken is cooked in a rich, creamy gravy and served over fluffy rice, soaking up all the delicious flavors. This one-pot meal is not only simple to prepare but also perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Gather your loved ones around this delightful recipe that promises smiles with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and chopped onions; sauté until fragrant.
- Increase heat slightly; add seasoned chicken and brown for about 5 minutes per side.
- Pour in chicken broth and add soy sauce, paprika, thyme, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Mix in cream of mushroom soup to create a gravy base.
- Cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
- Serve over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg