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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a must-try recipe!

Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sauce with rice and vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil.
  3. Add the rice to the skillet, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  4. Stir in the frozen peas and carrots, and return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top, cover, and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and everything is heated through.
  5. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 36gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a healthier version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use brown rice instead of white rice, adjusting the cooking time as needed.
  • Add your favorite vegetables, such as bell peppers or spinach, for extra flavor and nutrition.

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