Irresistible Smothered Chicken and Rice – Creamy & Flavorful Comfort Food

Season the chicken thighs and chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.

Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess.

Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Make the Rice:

In a separate pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add rice and stir to coat it with butter.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is cooked and tender.

Prepare the Creamy Sauce:

In the same skillet you cooked the chicken in, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and milk, stirring to combine. Stir in paprika, thyme, onion powder, and garlic powder. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Combine:

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Spoon some sauce over the chicken and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and transfer it to a serving platter or individual plates.

Serve & Enjoy:

Serve the smothered chicken over the fluffy rice, garnished with chopped parsley. Spoon extra sauce over the top for that extra creamy touch.

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