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Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe – Creamy, Juicy, and Family-Friendly

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Indulge in comfort food with our Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe. Tender chicken breasts in creamy mushroom sauce over fluffy rice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sear in a hot skillet for 5 minutes per side until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent (3 minutes).
  4. Mix cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, and thyme in a bowl.
  5. Place seared chicken in baking dish, pour sauce over top, cover with foil, and bake 30–35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. Serve over cooked rice and enjoy.

Notes

  • Swap chicken breasts for thighs for richer flavor.
  • Add vegetables like bell peppers or peas for extra nutrition.
  • Adjust seasonings according to taste.
  • Author: lina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 850 mg
  • Fat: 15
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 44
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 95