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Smothered Chicken Rice

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Smothered Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a rich, savory gravy served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a hearty dinner, this dish combines bold flavors and simple ingredients for a satisfying experience.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme.
  2. Add chicken to the skillet and brown on both sides until golden, about 4 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring constantly to make a roux; cook for 2 minutes until lightly golden.
  5. Gradually whisk in milk and chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 5 minutes.
  6. Add the rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the gravy.
  7. Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice, cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and chicken is fully cooked.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add sliced mushrooms to the onions and garlic before making the roux, or serve with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

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