Description
Comforting Smothered Chicken and Rice is the ultimate cozy meal that wraps you in warmth with every bite. This Southern-inspired dish features tender chicken thighs bathed in a savory onion and mushroom gravy, served over fluffy rice that soaks up all the delicious flavors. It’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or relaxed weekends, bringing together hearty ingredients and rich textures to create a beloved classic everyone will enjoy. With its easy preparation and comforting taste, this recipe is perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat; sear chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced onions and mushrooms until softened (3–5 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables; stir for 1–2 minutes to cook out raw flavor.
- Gradually add chicken broth while stirring until thickened.
- Stir in heavy cream; return seared chicken to skillet and simmer on low for 30 minutes.
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Serve smothered chicken over rice; garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg