Creating this amazing dish can be quite simple if you follow these clear and concise steps:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add chopped onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
4. Prepare the Sauce: In the skillet, add the condensed cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
5. Combine Ingredients: Add the long-grain rice to the sauce mixture, stirring until the rice is well coated.
6. Return Chicken: Place the seared chicken breasts back into the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture.
7. Simmer: Cover and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
8. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
9. Serve: Enjoy your Creamy Smothered Chicken and Rice hot from the skillet!