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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

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A delicious and quick recipe for Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken in a creamy, flavorful sauce served over fluffy white rice.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1.5 lbs (about 3 medium) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (for color like in the image)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Creamy Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for a lighter option)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp mustard (optional)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
  • For Serving:

    • 3 cups cooked white rice (long grain or jasmine)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  2. Make the Creamy Sauce: In the same pan, melt butter. Sauté garlic, then add chicken broth and simmer. Add heavy cream, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Smother the Chicken: Return cooked chicken to the pan. Simmer together until chicken is coated in the sauce.
  4. Serve: Plate warm cooked rice, top with creamy chicken and sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • This dish can be customized with your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Adjust the thickness of the sauce by simmering longer for a thicker consistency.

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