Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this delicious Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice dish. Tender chicken cooked to perfection in a flavorful herb-infused cream sauce, served alongside fragrant basmati rice. A one-pan wonder that will surely become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Rice:
- 1 cup basmati rice, rinsed
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet, sear seasoned chicken until cooked through, then set aside.
- Prepare the Rice: Sauté onion, garlic, herbs, add rice and broth, simmer until tender.
- Finish the Dish: Stir in cream and cheese, return chicken to pan, simmer briefly. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken before cooking.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
