Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice – A Comforting, Flavor-Packed One-Pan Meal
Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice – A Comforting, Flavor-Packed One-Pan Meal. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy herb sauce that envelops each bite in flavor. Paired with fluffy basmati rice, every mouthful is an explosion of deliciousness. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this one-pan meal requires minimal prep and cleanup, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Serve this comforting dish to your family or guests and watch them savor every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half for a lighter option)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 cup basmati rice (rinsed)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Sear for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic and diced onion until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Incorporate thyme, rosemary, oregano, and Parmesan cheese into the sauce; let simmer until slightly thickened.
- In a separate pot, cook rinsed basmati rice in chicken broth seasoned with salt and black pepper according to package instructions.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet with the sauce. Simmer together for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve the creamy herb chicken over fluffy basmati rice garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg