Description
A comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring juicy chicken in a creamy sauce served over fluffy rice.
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
- Optional: Add vegetables like peas or carrots
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and stir for an additional minute.
- Stir in the long grain rice, ensuring it’s well-coated with oil. Add chicken broth and return chicken to the skillet, placing it on top of the rice.
- Bring the mixture to a light boil. Once bubbling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes.
- Remove the lid and stir in heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes uncovered.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve topped with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Feel free to substitute ingredients to suit dietary preferences, such as using brown rice or coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg