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Smothered Chicken Rice Comfort: 5 Steps to Blissful Flavor

Smothered Chicken Rice Comfort
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Succulent chicken, browned and slow-simmered in a rich, savory gravy until fall-apart tender. Served generously over fluffy white rice, this dish is pure comfort, rooted in Southern traditions.

Ingredients

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  • 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
  • 2 tbsp butter (plus more if needed)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp flour (for roux)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups water or chicken broth (for rice)
  • 1 tsp salt (for rice)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs dry. Season with salt, black pepper, 1 tsp paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder. Dredge chicken lightly in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
  2. Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown on all sides (5-7 minutes per side). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 3 cloves minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tbsp flour over the onion and garlic; stir for 2 minutes to create a roux. Gradually whisk in 2 cups warm chicken broth until smooth. Stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream. Season gravy with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Return the seared chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the gravy. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is fork-tender and the gravy is thickened.
  6. Rinse 2 cups long-grain white rice. Combine with 3 cups water (or chicken broth) and 1 tsp salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to the lowest setting, cover tightly, and simmer for 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  7. Ladle fluffy rice onto plates. Place smothered chicken on top and spoon generous amounts of gravy over. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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