Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice
A comforting and creamy smothered chicken dish served over fluffy rice, perfect for satisfying hunger after a long day.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk/half-n-half
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese optional
- Fresh herbs or green onion for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet and brown the chicken on both sides until golden crust forms.
- Add diced onion and garlic around the chicken and stir to prevent burning.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, then add uncooked rice.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is plump and sauce is creamy.
- Stir and add shredded cheese if desired. Garnish with herbs or green onion before serving.
Notes
Browning the chicken is key for flavor. Customize rice type and add ingredients like mushrooms or spinach for variation.