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Smothered Chicken and Rice

Hearty Smothered Chicken and Rice for Cozy Family Dinners

Smothered Chicken and Rice offers comforting flavors and is a perfect one-pan meal for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in Chicken Thighs can use boneless thighs or chicken breasts
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice substitute with brown rice for a nutritious twist
For the Gravy
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots/leeks
  • 8 ounces Sliced Mushrooms omit for a lighter dish
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium recommended
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or whole milk/half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can use olive oil or butter
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder can be omitted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Smothered Chicken and Rice
  1. Generously season bone-in chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then let sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side, then remove from skillet.
  3. In the same skillet, add sliced onions and mushrooms, cooking for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the vegetables, stir for 1-2 minutes, then gradually pour in 2 cups of chicken broth while stirring.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and return the chicken to the skillet. Cover and let simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Prepare 1 cup of rice according to package instructions, usually with 2 cups of water for about 15-20 minutes.
  7. To serve, place a scoop of rice on each plate, ladle the gravy and chicken over it, and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a skillet for best results.

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