Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice
A comforting one-pan dish featuring chicken breasts simmered in a creamy paprika sauce, served with long-grain rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups long-grain rice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika, and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Remove the chicken and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until soft and fragrant, roughly 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow the flavors to meld together, creating a luscious sauce.
- Add the long-grain rice to the skillet, stirring to combine it with the creamy sauce. Ensure the rice is well coated.
- Place the chicken back in the skillet, cover, and let cook until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid, about 20 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, adding a pop of color and freshness to your dish.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For added flavor, consider adding mushrooms or bell peppers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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