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Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice

Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy a quick and flavorful Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken (bite-sized pieces)
For the Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can be replaced with heavy cream if desired
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Optional, can use regular milk if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional, mix with cold water before adding
For the Herbs and Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Jasmine rice works well too

Equipment

  • large pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and seasoning generously with paprika, cumin, and oregano.
  2. In a large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for about 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. In the same pan, add the cream cheese and let it melt over low heat for about 2-3 minutes. Stir in buttermilk, if using.
  4. Stir in the cooked basmati rice into the sauce, gently folding to coat.
  5. Let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes until the sauce reaches desired thickness.
  6. Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free, perfect for busy weeknights, and can be paired with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.

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