Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice
This creamy smothered chicken and rice dish is the perfect blend of tender chicken and rich creamy sauce. Ideal for a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- boneless skinless chicken breasts
- olive oil
- salt
- black pepper
- chicken broth
- heavy cream
- flour
- white rice
- water
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- fresh parsley
Instructions
Steps
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil over medium-high heat in a skillet until golden on each side. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, whisk in flour, followed by chicken broth. Stir while adding cream, and spices. Simmer to thicken.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover with sauce, and simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes.
- Cook rice by boiling water, adding rice, covering, and reducing the heat to simmer for 15-18 minutes.
- Serve rice with chicken and sauce, garnishing with parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers can be stored and are best reheated with a little broth to restore creaminess.