Description
A comforting and creamy dish featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for hearty family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sautéing the Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring them together until they soften and release their fragrant aromas.
- Browning the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then place them in the skillet. Sear them until they are beautifully browned on both sides, creating a golden crust that seals in the juices.
- Setting the Chicken Aside: Once the chicken is browned, carefully remove it from the skillet and set it aside, allowing it to rest while you move to the next step.
- Combining Broth and Rice: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the rice, allowing it to soak in the savory flavors of the broth.
- Cooking Together: Return the browned chicken to the skillet, cover it, and reduce the heat. Cook for about 20 minutes, letting the rice soak up the liquid as the chicken cooks through and becomes tender and juicy.
- Enriching with Cream: Stir in the heavy cream, allowing the dish to simmer for another 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens to the perfect creamy consistency.
- Final Touch and Serving: Serve this delightful dish hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired, adding a touch of vibrant color and freshness.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When reheating, add a splash of chicken broth or water to keep the rice moist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg