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Delicious smothered chicken served with flavorful rice

Smothered Chicken and Rice

A heartwarming dish featuring seared chicken atop fluffy rice in a creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup rice (white or brown)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 1 splash Olive oil for searing chicken
  • for garnish Chopped parsley optional

Method
 

Searing the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat a splash of olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Set aside.
Sautéing Onions and Garlic
  1. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions are soft and translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
Adding Rice and Liquids
  1. Stir in the rice, mixing well with the onions and garlic. Pour in chicken broth and cream of mushroom soup, and mix everything together.
Combining and Simmering
  1. Nestle the chicken back into the skillet on top of the rice mixture. Cover and reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes.
Serving
  1. Check if rice is cooked and chicken is done (internal temp of 165°F). Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish can be adapted with different types of rice and soup. Add veggies or transform leftovers into a casserole.