Description
Smothered Chicken and Rice is a delightful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken thighs with seasoned rice and vegetables for a heartwarming meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers comforting flavors and is sure to please the entire family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken to the skillet, skin-side down, and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms and thyme, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms are tender.
- Stir in the rice, allowing it to toast for about 1 minute. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and reduce the heat to low, cooking for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Once done, remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy the comforting flavors of this smothered chicken and rice dish.
Notes
- For best results, use bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs as they provide more flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning according to taste preferences.
- For extra richness, consider adding a splash of cream to the sauce just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
Keywords: Smothered Chicken, One-Pan Meal, Comfort Food