Description
Discover how to make Quick and Easy Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this recipe is packed with flavor and simplicity!
Ingredients
- 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) heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) butter
- 1 cup (240 ml) sliced mushrooms optional
- 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. In a large pan or Dutch oven, warm up olive oil on medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until it turns golden. Take it out of the pan, let it rest for a short time, then cut into small pieces. Put aside.
- Using the same pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until it becomes soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds. If including mushrooms, add them now and sauté for 3–4 minutes. Incorporate rice and toast for 1–2 minutes, stirring continuously.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using) until you have a smooth mixture.
- Pour chicken broth and cream (or milk) into the pan. Blend in the sauce mixture until everything is well combined. Return the diced chicken to the pan and tuck it into the rice. Allow it to come to a gentle simmer.
- Lower the heat to a minimum. Cover and let it cook for 20–25 minutes, or until the rice is soft, the chicken is fully cooked (165°F), and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Take it off the heat and let it sit uncovered for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Enjoy it hot, serving the sauce and rice over the chicken.
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumptionnToast rice 1-2 minutes to boost flavor and avoid mushinessnCook mushrooms until golden to enhance flavor before adding rice
