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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

This comforting dish features tender chicken breast smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, perfectly seasoned and served over a bed of fluffy white rice. It's a satisfying meal that's quick to prepare and a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Creamy Smothered Chicken
  • 1.5 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced into cutlets
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 0.5 Small onion chopped
  • 2 Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) Cream of chicken soup
  • 0.5 cup Chicken broth
  • 0.25 cup Milk or half-and-half
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Paprika
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
For Serving
  • 1 cup Uncooked white rice
  • 2 cup Water

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken cutlets with salt and pepper, then cook for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and milk or half-and-half in the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, and let it thicken slightly for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the creamy sauce, ensuring it's well coated. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the chicken to heat through.
  5. While the chicken simmers, combine uncooked white rice and water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  6. Serve the creamy smothered chicken immediately over the fluffy white rice. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a pinch of dried thyme or a dash of hot sauce to the creamy sauce. You can also substitute chicken thighs for breasts.