Description
Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice & Buttered Veggies is a delightful dish that brings warmth and flavor to your table. This recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy paprika sauce, served over fluffy basmati rice and accompanied by buttery peas and carrots. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, requiring just 25 minutes from start to finish. With its comforting flavors and easy preparation, this meal will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cream or Greek yogurt for lighter option
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 cup cooked basmati rice
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tsp butter
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chopped parsley
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced chicken until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the cream (or Greek yogurt) and let it simmer for about 12 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Meanwhile, steam or microwave the frozen peas and carrots until tender. Toss with butter and a pinch of salt.
- Cook basmati rice according to package instructions. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Plate the rice, topped with creamy chicken and buttery veggies. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 105mg