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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting one pot chicken and rice meal made with tender, juicy chicken breasts simmered in a rich, velvety cream sauce and fluffy rice. Perfect for lazy dinners, easy lunch ideas, and family-friendly comfort food recipes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, sauté onion until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in uncooked rice and toast for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir well.
  7. Place chicken back into the skillet on top of the rice.
  8. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
  9. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top if using and allow to melt.
  10. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Add extra broth if rice absorbs too much liquid.
Substitute chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days.
Reheat with a splash of broth or milk to keep it creamy.