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Creamy Chicken and Rice Stew

Creamy Chicken and Rice Stew: The Ultimate Cozy Comfort Bowl

This Creamy Chicken and Rice Stew is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew Base
  • 1 lb Boneless chicken thighs Choose these for tender, juicy meat.
  • 1 cup Long-grain white rice Absorbs the creamy broth.
  • 4 cups Chicken broth Use low-sodium for better flavor control.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Adds creamy texture.
  • 1 medium Yellow onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Seasoning and Flavor
  • 1 tsp Dried thyme Elevates the stew flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or butter For sautéing.
Optional Fresh Additions
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 medium Carrots Diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Creamy Chicken and Rice Stew
  1. Heat olive oil (or butter) in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Brown the chicken thighs in the same pot, cooking 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
  3. Season the sautéed aromatics with dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir for 30 seconds to bloom the herbs’ flavor.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot bottom. Increase heat to bring to a gentle simmer, about 3 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the pot, nestling pieces into the simmering broth. Cover and cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
  6. Stir in rinsed long-grain rice, then re-cover and simmer 20 minutes more, until rice is tender and the broth slightly thickens.
  7. Incorporate heavy cream, stirring gently until the stew turns luxuriously creamy. Cook another 3 minutes over low heat to thicken.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve piping hot.

Notes

Optional: drizzle extra cream or sprinkle grated Parmesan for added richness.