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Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice: Ultimate Comfort Food Dinner

A serving of smothered chicken and rice topped with creamy mushroom gravy and fresh thyme.
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Make this Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice for a satisfying, cozy weeknight dinner. You get tender chicken smothered in a rich, savory cream sauce served over fluffy rice. This easy recipe delivers true Southern comfort food flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the chopped onion and mushrooms to the same skillet. Cook until the onions are soft and the mushrooms have released their liquid, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste. This creates your roux base.
  6. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until the mixture is smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring until it begins to thicken slightly.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream, dried thyme, and Worcestershire sauce. Taste the sauce and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  8. Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the creamy sauce.
  9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the chicken simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  10. Serve the smothered chicken and generous amounts of the savory cream gravy over beds of hot, cooked white rice.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, dredge the seasoned chicken lightly in flour before searing.
  • If you prefer a thicker gravy, let the sauce simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes before adding the chicken back in.
  • Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a richer flavor profile.

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