Smothered chicken with rice: Indulgent comfort food made easy
Smothered chicken with rice is a delightful dish that brings comfort and satisfaction, perfect for any mealtime.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, paprika, and black pepper, then brown them in the skillet.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until onions are translucent.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add rice, cover, and cook until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using flavored broth.
- Leftovers can be enhanced with fresh herbs when reheating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 16 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
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