Smothered Chicken and Rice: Comfort Food for Busy Weeknights

Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting weeknight dish, featuring tender chicken and a creamy sauce that's easy to customize.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pounds Chicken Breasts or thighs for richer flavor

For the Base

1 cup Long-grain White Rice or brown rice/quinoa as alternatives

For the Creamy Sauce

2 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Cream or low-fat/dairy-free alternatives

For Flavor

1 medium Onion chopped
3 cloves Garlic minced

For Seasoning

to taste Spices (e.g., paprika, salt, pepper)

For Extra Creaminess

1 cup Shredded Cheese (e.g., cheddar) or nutritional yeast for dairy-free option

For Customization

to taste Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, mushrooms) optional

Equipment

Large Skillet
cutting board
Knife

Method

Cooking Instructions

Prepare ingredients by chopping one onion, mincing garlic, and cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
In a large skillet, heat oil and cook chicken until browned (6-8 minutes). Transfer to plate.
In the same skillet, sauté onions and garlic, then add broth and cream, bringing to a simmer.
Stir in rice, cover, and cook on low for 18-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
Return chicken to skillet and mix in cheese until melted and creamy. Season to taste.
Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 40gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safety. Customize with your favorite seasonal vegetables.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!