Description
Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for cozy family dinners or special occasions. This dish features succulent chicken simmered in a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce, served over fluffy rice that soaks up every bit of flavor. In just 40 minutes, you can create a meal that’s not only delicious but also simple enough for busy weeknights. The one-pan preparation minimizes cleanup, allowing you to savor quality time with loved ones while enjoying this delightful homemade classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup white or brown rice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Cook the rice in a medium saucepan with chicken broth and salt until fluffy.
- Season and sear the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, make the creamy sauce by sautéing onions and garlic before adding broth, cream, and Parmesan.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and let simmer until cooked through.
- Serve over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg