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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice: A Comfort Food Delight!

Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice
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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce served over fluffy rice.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 cup of long-grain rice
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon of olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
  3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet.
  4. Cook chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  6. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  7. Return chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
  8. Meanwhile, cook rice according to package instructions.
  9. Serve the creamy chicken over the rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For added flavor, you can include mushrooms or spinach in the sauce.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more or less chicken broth.

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