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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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  • Author: Molly Yeh
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This creamy smothered chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort food. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned and seared, then smothered in a rich, creamy gravy with garlic, onions, and herbs. Served over fluffy rice, it’s a cozy one-pan dinner that’s perfect for weeknights or Sunday supper.

 

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

  • 3 cups cooked white rice

  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken:
    Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

  2. Sear the Chicken:
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs, skin side down, and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. Make the Sauce:
    In the same skillet, melt butter. Add diced onions and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Sprinkle in the flour and cook, stirring, for 1–2 minutes.

  4. Add Liquids:
    Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  5. Smother the Chicken:
    Return chicken to the skillet, skin side up. Spoon sauce over the top. Cover and simmer on low heat for 20–25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and tender.

  6. Serve:
    Spoon the creamy chicken and sauce over a bed of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

  • You can use boneless thighs or chicken breasts, but reduce the cooking time slightly.

  • Add mushrooms or spinach for extra veggies.

 

  • Substitute milk or half-and-half for a lighter sauce.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 17g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 39g
  • Cholesterol: 180mg

Find it online: https://healthyhomeeats.com/creamy-smothered-chicken-and-rice/