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Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe for a Cozy Dinner

  • Author: ELENE
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Smothered Chicken and Rice is a hearty and comforting oven-baked dish made with seasoned chicken, creamy soups, and fluffy rice, all baked together with sautéed onions and peppers. Perfect for an easy family meal with minimal cleanup!

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1½ cups chicken broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional Add-ins: Mushrooms, celery, carrots, cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Season and Sear Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pan, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened. Optional: add mushrooms or other vegetables for extra flavor.
  3. Make Creamy Base: In a bowl, mix cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, and chicken broth. Stir in the uncooked rice.
  4. Assemble the Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a baking dish, layer the sautéed vegetables, then place the seared chicken on top. Pour the soup and rice mixture over everything. Cover tightly with foil.
  5. Bake: Bake for 60 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to allow the top to lightly brown. Ensure the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through before serving.

Notes

You can customize the dish by adding sliced mushrooms, celery, carrots, or a pinch of cayenne for heat. This recipe works well with either chicken breasts or thighs. Leftovers reheat well the next day.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Southern Comfort

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg

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