Description
Discover how to make the ultimate Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice dish! Indulge in a savory and comforting recipe that will satisfy all your cravings.
Ingredients
- For the Chicken and Rice:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup (240 ml) long-grain white rice
- 2 cup (480 ml) s low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) sliced mushrooms optional
- For the Smothered Sauce:
- 1 can 10.5 oz (298 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) onion powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) cayenne pepper optional
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle salt and pepper on the chicken. Warm olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until it turns golden. Take it out of the pan, let it rest briefly, and then cut into small pieces. Keep aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter over medium warmth. Sauté the onion for 2–3 minutes until it becomes soft. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. If you are using mushrooms, add them now and cook for 3–4 minutes. Mix in the rice and toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring all the time.
- In a mixing bowl, blend together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if desired) until smooth.
- Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Stir in the sauce mixture until everything is well blended. Return the diced chicken to the pan and nestle it into the rice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Lower the heat to its lowest setting. Cover and cook slowly for 20–25 minutes until the rice is soft, the chicken is thoroughly cooked (165°F), and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Take off the heat and let it sit uncovered for 5 minutes. Scatter chopped parsley on top. Serve warm, with sauce and rice over the chicken.
Notes
- – For a richer consistency, try swapping out whole milk for heavy cream in the recipe.
- – Customize the dish by incorporating your preferred vegetables such as peas or carrots.
- – Enhance the flavor by sprinkling grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
