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Easy Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice

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Make tender chicken breasts smothered in a rich, savory cream gravy served over fluffy rice. This Southern-style dish is simple enough for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 cups cooked white rice

Instructions

  1. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Dredge the seasoned chicken lightly in flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet. Sauté the chopped onion and mushrooms until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining flour over the vegetables and stir for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
  5. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce. Let the sauce thicken slightly.
  7. Return the browned chicken breasts to the skillet. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F).
  8. Serve one smothered chicken breast over 3/4 cup of cooked white rice per person, spooning plenty of the creamy gravy over the top.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
  • If you do not have heavy cream, you can substitute with evaporated milk, but the sauce will be slightly thinner.
  • Cook the rice while the chicken is simmering to have everything ready at the same time.

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