Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a comforting one-pot dish featuring tender chicken, flavorful rice, and savory gravy, perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the seasoned chicken on both sides for about 5 minutes each.
- Remove the chicken and sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the same pan until soft.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet, then mix in rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- If desired, mix cornstarch with water and stir into the dish for a thicker gravy before serving.
Notes
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg