Creamy Herb Chicken with Basmati Rice: A Cozy Comfort Dish
This creamy herb chicken with basmati rice is the perfect cozy comfort dish for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, parsley, and thyme.
- Cover and let cook for about 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Meanwhile, rinse the basmati rice and cook according to package instructions.
- Serve the creamy herb chicken over the basmati rice and enjoy!
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in herbs overnight.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or peas for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast and 1 cup rice
Keywords: Creamy Herb Chicken, Basmati Rice, cozy comfort dish