Creamy Mushroom Chicken and Rice: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight
A creamy and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and hearty rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rice
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cream
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in mushrooms and thyme; cook until mushrooms are tender.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.
- Stir in cream; season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- For added flavor, use homemade chicken broth.
- Can substitute brown rice for white rice for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg