Best Smothered Chicken and Rice
A comforting dish featuring tender chicken thighs, creamy gravy, and fluffy rice that's perfect for family dinners or elegant gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs Use skin-on for more flavor
- 1 cup white rice Rinse before cooking
- 2 cups chicken broth Low sodium preferred
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream For richness
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing the chicken
- to taste salt and pepper Use as needed for seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- for garnish Fresh parsley Chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika, then add to the skillet.
- Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown, then remove from the skillet and set aside.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, then bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
- While the chicken simmers, cook the white rice according to package instructions.
- Serve the chicken and sauce over the rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
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Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze the chicken and gravy separately for up to 3 months.