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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice

Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice
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Creamy Smothered Chicken Rice is your go-to comfort food that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious, creamy Dijon sauce over fluffy rice. This one-pan dish is not only quick to prepare—coming together in under an hour—but it also brings rich flavors and warmth to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, this recipe guarantees smiles and satisfaction with every bite. The creamy sauce envelops the chicken while complimenting the rice, making it feel like a restaurant-quality meal that you can easily whip up at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet.
  2. Sauté diced onions in the same skillet for 3-4 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pan.
  4. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder; simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add shredded cheese until melted and combined.
  6. Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
  7. Serve over cooked rice and garnish with fresh parsley.

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