By Abaigeal Snyder
Creamy Smothered Chicken
4 steps
Prep:10minCook:30min
Savor the deliciousness of Creamy Smothered Chicken. This comforting dish combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, and creamy sauce with rice for a filling meal.
Updated at: Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:12:03 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
53
Low
Glycemic Load
28
High
Nutrition per serving
Calories686.2 kcal (34%)
Total Fat33.8 g (48%)
Carbs48.3 g (19%)
Sugars3.4 g (4%)
Protein45.1 g (90%)
Sodium1124 mg (56%)
Fiber1.5 g (5%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
4 piecesboneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cuprice
uncooked
2 cupschicken broth
1 cupheavy cream
Can be substituted with half-and-half or a non-dairy product
1onion
medium, diced
3cloves garlic
minced
1 cupfrozen peas
optional
2 tablespoonsolive oil
1 teaspoonpaprika
1 teaspoonsalt
½ teaspoonblack pepper
½ teaspoondried thyme
½ teaspoonparsley
Fresh or dried
Instructions
Step 1
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions using the chicken broth instead of water for extra flavor. Set aside when done.
Step 2
While the rice is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Season the chicken breasts with paprika, salt, black pepper, and thyme. Place them in the skillet with the onions and garlic, cooking for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked thoroughly (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
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