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Smothered Chicken and Rice

Cozy Smothered Chicken and Rice for Ultimate Comfort Meals

This Ultimate Comfort Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe is a nostalgic hug on a plate, featuring tender chicken in creamy mushroom sauce over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts or thighs for added flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper use freshly cracked for better flavor
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic (Minced) use fresh for best taste
  • 1 medium Onion (Chopped) can use shallots for a milder flavor
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup or substitute with cream of celery
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use low sodium or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for bolder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme fresh thyme can enhance aroma
For Serving
  • 4 cups Cooked Rice use white, brown, or alternatives like quinoa

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, heat oil in a skillet, and sear chicken for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, sauté for about 3 minutes until onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
  4. In a bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, and thyme; whisk until smooth.
  5. Place seared chicken in the baking dish, pour sauce over it, ensuring even coating.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, until internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Remove from oven, let rest for a few minutes, serve chicken with sauce over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with different vegetables or chicken types to suit your taste and preferences.

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