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best smothered chicken and rice

Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe You’ll Crave Daily


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A hearty dish with tender chicken smothered in a rich gravy served over fluffy rice.


Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil


Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  3. Brown chicken on both sides, then remove from the skillet.
  4. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté until softened.
  5. Stir in rice, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture.
  7. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  8. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
  • Add a splash of hot sauce if you like spice.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American