Creamy Herb Chicken: A Delicious One-Pan Rice Meal for All
Experience the rich flavors of Creamy Herb Chicken with Basmati Rice, a comforting and delicious one-pan meal that is perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 2 cups Basmati rice
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream to the pan.
- Sprinkle in thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover the pan.
- Cook for 18-20 minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in herbs before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Herb Chicken, One-Pan Meal, Basmati Rice, Comforting Dinner