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Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice

Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This creamy herb chicken & basmati rice recipe is a comforting weeknight dinner that transforms ordinary nights into something special.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs
For the Sauce
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese can be substituted with heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp Butter for sautéing
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil for browning chicken
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth use low-sodium for less salt
  • 3 cloves Garlic fresh, minced
  • 1 tsp Paprika adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • to taste Salt & Pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice substitute with jasmine rice if desired

Equipment

  • Large Pan
  • Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add boneless, skinless chicken pieces and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  2. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of oregano. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 8 oz of cream cheese and 1 cup of chicken broth into the pan, stirring until smooth and creamy. Return the chicken to the pan and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
  4. While the sauce is simmering, prepare 1 cup of basmati rice according to package instructions in a separate pot.
  5. Once the rice is ready, fluff it with a fork. Add the cooked rice to the pan with chicken and sauce, gently stirring to combine.
  6. Serve the creamy herb chicken over a serving of rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk if needed.

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