One-Skillet Smothered Chicken and Rice
A comforting and easy one-skillet meal featuring tender chicken, creamy rice, and a rich, savory gravy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in fresh parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- For creamier rice, ensure you use long-grain white rice and do not overcook it.
- You can substitute chicken breasts for thighs, but adjust cooking time to prevent drying out.
- Add your favorite vegetables like peas or carrots along with the rice for extra flavor and nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 150mg