Smothered Chicken and Rice
A comforting and filling dish combining tender chicken with creamy rice, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add onion and garlic to the same skillet, sauté until softened.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and chicken broth, bringing to a simmer.
- Add the rice to the skillet, then place the chicken back on top.
- Cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes, or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve.
Notes
For added nutrition, consider using brown rice, and a splash of lemon juice can enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: chicken, rice, comfort food, family meal, creamy dish
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