Description
One Pan Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting, creamy dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This delectable meal features tender chicken simmered with flavorful rice and a rich sauce, all cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup. With its simple ingredients and quick preparation, it’s sure to become a beloved favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, paprika, cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and sear for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- If using mushrooms, add them now and sauté for about 3–4 minutes. Stir in rice and toast for another minute.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Whisk until smooth.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream (or milk). Add the sauce mixture to the skillet along with the diced chicken; stir to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 20–25 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Remove from heat and let sit uncovered for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 130mg