Smothered Chicken and Rice
This cozy comfort food features tender chicken in a silky gravy served over fluffy rice, perfect for chilly nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks For maximum flavor
- 1 medium onion, chopped Use a sweet variety for best results
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add for extra flavor
- 1 sprig fresh thyme Can use dried if necessary
- 1 bay leaf bay leaf
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced Optional but delicious
- 2 tablespoons butter For making gravy
- 3 tablespoons flour To thicken the gravy
- 2 cups chicken stock Warm, for smooth gravy
- 1/2 cup heavy cream To enrich the sauce
- 2 cups jasmine or long-grain rice, cooked separately Rice should be fluffy
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- pinch cayenne pepper Optional, for heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Season chicken well with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in a hot skillet with a thin layer of oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté onions and mushrooms with a pinch of salt until tender. Add garlic for the last minute.
- Melt butter in the pan, sprinkle in flour, and stir for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in warm chicken stock to make a smooth gravy.
Cooking
- Return chicken to the pan, add thyme and bay leaf, and cover. Simmer until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream and taste for seasoning. Serve over rice, and finish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
For best results, cook rice separately. Store leftovers safely, cool within two hours, refrigerate, and reheat gently with a splash of broth. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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