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Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a rich gravy served over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on preferred
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper for seasoning
Gravy
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for cooking
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream for richness
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon thyme dried or fresh
Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice or jasmine rice
  • 2 cups water for cooking rice
  • 1 teaspoon salt for rice

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs skin-side down and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
Make the Gravy
  1. In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
  5. Add paprika and thyme, stirring to combine.
Combine and Cook
  1. Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the gravy over the top. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is cooking, rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  3. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water and 1 teaspoon of salt to a boil. Add the rice, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
Serve
  1. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it on plates. Top with the smothered chicken and gravy.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in spices overnight before cooking.

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