Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice, a delightful dish perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. This recipe features tender chicken pieces enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce that is elevated by the unique blend of smoked and sweet paprika. Served over fluffy rice, it brings warmth and satisfaction to your table. Easy to prepare in under an hour, this crowd-pleaser is versatile enough to accommodate various tastes—add your favorite vegetables or swap rice for pasta to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 300g boneless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 150ml chicken broth
- 150ml heavy cream
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Cook basmati rice in salted water according to package instructions; set aside.
- Season chicken with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Brown the seasoned chicken on all sides; remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Stir in smoked and sweet paprika with tomato paste; add chicken broth and simmer for a few minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream, return chicken to skillet, and cook until sauce thickens.
- Serve hot over fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg