[‘Brown the chicken well for depth of flavor and crispy skin.’, ‘Simmer rice gently with lid on to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.’, ‘Use fresh thyme for best flavor; rosemary or sage can be substituted.’, ‘Let dish rest covered after cooking to allow rice to absorb gravy fully.’, ‘Leftovers reheat well on stovetop with splash of broth or cream; avoid microwave to prevent drying.’, ‘If gravy is too thin at the end, mix 1 teaspoon flour with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir in over low heat until thickened.’, ‘For gluten-free gravy, substitute flour with gluten-free blend or cornstarch (use half the amount).’, ‘Boneless chicken thighs or breasts can be used but adjust cooking time to avoid drying out.’, ‘Add mushrooms with onions or peas at the end for extra veggies and flavor.’, ‘Do not freeze leftovers as rice and cream-based gravy separate.’]