Description
If you’re craving a cozy, satisfying dinner, this Creamy Chicken and Rice is a must-try! Tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, garlicky cream sauce with fluffy white rice that soaks up all the flavor. It’s a quick dinner recipe that works any night of the week, especially when you’re short on time but want something warm and filling. From easy dinner ideas to family meal prep, this dish checks every box. Make it once, and it’ll become a staple in your rotation. Great for anyone looking for comfort food, easy recipes, and hearty dinner ideas the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cubed
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add cubed chicken, season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Sauté until soft and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
4. Stir in the uncooked rice, then pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cover. Cook for 15–20 minutes until rice is almost tender.
5. Lower heat, add heavy cream and return chicken to the skillet. Simmer for another 5–10 minutes until sauce thickens and rice is fully cooked.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Use jasmine or long grain rice for best texture.
Add a splash of extra broth when reheating leftovers to keep the sauce creamy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 125mg