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Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice

Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice is a comforting dish that combines tender chicken and fluffy rice with a rich, herb-infused cream sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts or Thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Can substitute with jasmine or long-grain white rice
For the Sauce
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Optional for milder tastes
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh or dried can be used interchangeably
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Can swap with vegetable broth for vegetarian option
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Fork

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and oregano. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Reduce heat to low, add cream cheese and chicken broth. Stir until cream cheese melts and forms a creamy sauce.
  4. Add basmati rice to the skillet, stir to coat with sauce, and add additional chicken broth if needed. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork, and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish can be adapted with your favorite herbs and spices. Perfect for any busy weeknight dinner.

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