Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice & Buttered Veggies
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice & Buttered Veggies, a delightful dish that promises warmth and satisfaction. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy paprika sauce, served alongside fluffy basmati rice and vibrant buttered vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauté/Steam
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 chicken breast
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp cream or Greek yogurt
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked basmati rice
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 1 tsp butter
- Optional: chopped parsley
- Optional: 1 tsp butter for rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned.
- Stir in cream (or Greek yogurt) and let simmer for about 12 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Steam or microwave 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, and mix in optional butter before serving.
- Plate the creamy chicken alongside the rice and veggies; serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg