Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe with Turkey Bacon Delights
Enjoy the rich flavors of this Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe, featuring turkey bacon for a delicious twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 4 strips turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup corn, frozen
Instructions
- Cook turkey bacon in a large skillet until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, brown the chicken thighs on both sides.
- Add onions, garlic, and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in rice, paprika, and seasoning; cook for a minute.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer.
- Once the rice is cooked, stir in corn and crumble bacon on top.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate chicken in spices overnight.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Best Smothered Chicken and Rice Recipe, chicken, rice, turkey bacon