Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice: The Best One-Pan Comfort Meal
Enjoy a comforting one-pan dinner with this delicious creamy smothered chicken rice recipe, perfect for family gatherings.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can marinate the chicken in the spices beforehand.
- Feel free to add vegetables like peas or carrots for more nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice, One-Pan Dinner, Comfort Food