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smothered chicken with rice

Smothered Chicken with Rice: A Comforting Family Classic

This comforting smothered chicken with rice recipe brings flavorful juicy chicken thighs with creamy mushroom soup, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts.
For the Base
  • 2 cups Instant White or Brown Rice Quinoa can be used as a low-carb alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup 10.5 oz can; other cream soups can be substituted.
  • 0.5 cups Milk Chicken broth can add more depth.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional, adjust to preference.
  • 1 cup Fresh Sliced Mushrooms Can be omitted if not preferred.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • spatula
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a greased baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, cooked rice, minced garlic, and fresh sliced mushrooms. Stir until blended.
  3. Lay the chicken thighs in a greased baking dish and season with salt and fresh ground pepper.
  4. Pour the rice and sauce mixture over the chicken thighs, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 1 hour.
  6. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes until the chicken is golden brown.
  7. Check the chicken's internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) to ensure it's cooked through.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the dish to rest to enhance flavor and ease serving.

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