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Smothered Chicken Rice

Smothered Chicken Rice

Smothered Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken thighs simmered in a rich gravy that soaks into fluffy rice, enhanced by caramelized onions and aromatic garlic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil

Method
 

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown chicken thighs skin-side down for 6-7 minutes.
  3. Flip chicken and cook for another 5 minutes, then transfer to a plate.
  4. Sauté onions in the same pan until caramelized, then add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the onions and garlic, stirring for 1 minute.
  6. Slowly pour in chicken stock while stirring until thickened.
  7. Stir in rice and nestle chicken thighs back into the pan.
  8. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 25-30 minutes.
  9. Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing rice and serving.

Notes

Use a heavy-bottomed pan for even cooking. Adjust seasonings to taste. Add vegetables if desired.