Description
A comforting and hearty dish of tender chicken smothered in a rich, creamy sauce served over fluffy rice, perfect for a satisfying and cozy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream of chicken soup (optional)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Heat butter or olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear chicken on both sides until golden, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and garlic until soft and fragrant.
- Add chicken broth and simmer while scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Stir in heavy cream and cream of chicken soup (if using) until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over it.
- Simmer for 15–20 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Add parmesan cheese if desired and stir until melted.
- Serve chicken over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Substitute half-and-half or milk for a lighter sauce.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers for extra nutrition.
- Swap rice with mashed potatoes or pasta if desired.
- Add chili flakes for a bit of heat.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
- Reheat with a splash of broth or cream to maintain sauce consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
