Name: Simple & Delicious Smothered Chicken and Rice
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Americans
Ingredients: • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes• 2 tbsp olive oil• 1 onion, diced• 3 cloves garlic, minced• 2 cups long-grain white rice• 2 cups chicken broth• 1 cup heavy cream• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard• 1 tsp dried thyme• 1 tsp paprika• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken: Pat the chicken cubes dry with paper towels and season them generously with salt and black pepper.
Sear the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Working in batches if necessary, add the chicken and sear it on all sides until it’s golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Sauté the Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium and add the diced onion to the same pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
Cook the Rice: Add the rice to the pan and stir to coat it in the oil and aromatics. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
Make the Creamy Sauce: Once the rice is cooked, stir in the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, dried thyme, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
Finish the Dish: Add the seared chicken back to the pan and gently fold it into the creamy rice mixture. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has reached your desired consistency.
Serve and Enjoy: Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. Serve the Smothered Chicken and Rice hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives, if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Lunch
Cuisine: Americans

Keywords: Simple & Delicious Smothered Chicken and Rice