Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice with Turkey Bacon Delight
A comforting dish combining tender chicken, creamy sauce, and smoky turkey bacon over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add turkey bacon and cook until crispy, then remove from pan.
- Brown chicken thighs in the same pan, then remove.
- Stir in rice and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and cream, stir, then return chicken to the pan.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Mix in crispy bacon before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken in spices before cooking.
- Use low-sodium broth for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice, Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food
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