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Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe: Comfort Food Made Easy

You won't believe how a simple dish can transport you back in time to home-cooked family dinners with this Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts May substitute with chicken thighs for richer flavor.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used.
  • 1 medium Onion Any variety works.
  • 2 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup May substitute with cream of chicken soup.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce Low sodium variant recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Use smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Italian seasoning can be a substitute.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice Quinoa is a gluten-free option.

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and coat a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic in the same skillet for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, and thyme. Whisk until smooth.
  5. Transfer the seared chicken to the baking dish and pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, prepare the rice, and serve the chicken atop the rice with extra sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a thicker sauce, simmer the sauce on the stove longer before applying to the chicken.

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