Creamy Paprika Chicken with Herb Rice 🌿🍗
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Servings: 2 | Calories: ~520 per serving
🌟 Ingredients:
For the Chicken & Sauce:
2 boneless chicken breasts 🍗
1 tbsp olive oil 🫒
1 small onion, finely diced 🧅
1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped 🫑
1 tsp sweet paprika
1/2 tsp dried herbs (basil, thyme, or oregano) 🌿
Salt & pepper to taste 🧂
150 ml chicken broth (about 2/3 cup) 🍲
100 ml heavy cream or crème fraîche 🥛
1 tsp tomato paste 🍅
Fresh parsley for garnish 🌱
For the Rice:
1 cup white rice 🍚
Salt to taste
Optional: fresh parsley or butter for flavor
🔥 Instructions:
Cook rice in salted water according to package instructions. Meanwhile, season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, sauté onion, garlic, and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes. Stir in paprika, herbs, and tomato paste. Deglaze with chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add cream and return chicken to the pan. Simmer covered for 10–12 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and sauce thickens. Serve over rice and garnish with fresh parsley.
💡 Tips & Variations:
Add mushrooms or spinach for extra texture.
Use Greek yogurt instead of cream for a lighter version.
Tastes amazing with mashed potatoes too!