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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a creamy sauce, served over fluffy rice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Seasoning
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup frozen peas optional
Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Method
 

Prepare the Rice
  1. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and butter, stir, and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
Make the Creamy Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream and peas, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combine and Serve
  1. Return the chicken to the skillet, coating it with the creamy sauce. Serve the chicken over the cooked rice and spoon additional sauce on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding herbs like thyme or parsley to the sauce.

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