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Irresistible Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe

Irresistible Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe for Comfort

A comforting, customizable Best Smothered Chicken and Rice recipe featuring tender chicken in creamy mushroom sauce, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts can substitute with chicken thighs
For the Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped shallots for a milder flavor
  • 1 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 10.5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup homemade sauce can be healthier
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce, low sodium tamari as a gluten-free alternative
  • 2 tsp Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper customize amount based on taste
  • 1 tsp Paprika smoked paprika for different flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried Thyme Italian seasoning can be an alternative
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice white or brown; quinoa for gluten-free option

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then sear in a hot skillet for about 5 minutes on each side.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic for approximately 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. Mix cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, and thyme in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Place the seared chicken in the baking dish and pour the creamy sauce mixture over the chicken.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Uncover the dish and serve the chicken over cooked rice, garnishing with the rich sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfectly sear the chicken and use fresh ingredients for the best flavors. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat with a splash of broth.

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