Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe: Your 8-Step Cozy Dinner Guide
This Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe is a comforting and flavorful dish perfect for a cozy dinner. Follow our 8-step guide for a delicious meal.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lb Chicken thighs boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 4 cup Chicken broth low sodium
- 1.5 cup Long-grain rice uncooked
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until browned on both sides. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add rice, stir, and return the chicken thighs to the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor. For a creamier sauce, stir in a tablespoon of butter at the end.