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Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice

Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Try this Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice for a warm, comforting dinner that's gluten-free and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin For seasoning
For the Cream Sauce
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Can substitute with heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Basmati Rice Cooked
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped

Equipment

  • non-stick pan
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces, and place them in a bowl. Season generously with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat, and add a drizzle of olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken and sauté for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and add cream cheese to the pan with the chicken. Stir gently for about 3-4 minutes until the cream cheese melts and combines.
  4. Fold in the warm cooked basmati rice into the chicken and sauce mixture. Stir until the rice is fully coated.
  5. Allow the combination to simmer gently for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Plate the Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice, garnishing with fresh parsley and a drizzle of lemon juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh greens or a refreshing salad for a complete meal. Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator or freezer.

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