Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice Delight with Savory Turkey Bacon
A delightful combination of creamy chicken, savory turkey bacon, and tender rice that will please any crowd.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- In a large skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chicken thighs and brown on both sides.
- Add the onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice, chicken broth, heavy cream, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Serve topped with crumbled bacon.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Creamy Smothered Chicken, Chicken and Rice, Turkey Bacon