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Irresistible Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe
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Irresistible Best Smothered Chicken and Rice

This Irresistible Best Smothered Chicken and Rice brings together seared chicken breasts and fluffy rice under a blanket of rich, creamy mushroom gravy. The chicken stays incredibly tender as it braises in the oven, while the rice underneath soaks up all the savory juices and sauce. With simple pantry ingredients and minimal hands-on time, this one-dish wonder delivers maximum comfort food satisfaction perfect for busy weeknights or Sunday dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 425
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1.5 lbs total
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup 1 can
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce low-sodium
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear in a hot skillet for 5 minutes per side until golden brown, then transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, saute chopped onion and minced garlic over medium heat for 3 minutes until translucent.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, soy sauce, paprika, and thyme until smooth.
  5. Spread cooked rice evenly in the prepared baking dish. Arrange seared chicken on top, then pour sauce mixture over everything.
  6. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is perfectly cooked without overdoing it. Day-old rice works better than fresh as it's less likely to become mushy. Let the dish rest after baking so the sauce thickens slightly. Leftovers store in an airtight container up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.