Creamy Herb Chicken & Basmati Rice: A Comforting Delight
A perfect blend of creamy herbs and tender chicken served over fluffy basmati rice, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- 2 cups basmati rice
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 30 minutes.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Add garlic, thyme, and rosemary to the pot, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Drain the soaked rice and add to the pot, stirring to combine with the chicken and sauce.
- Cover and reduce heat, letting it cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is fluffy and has absorbed the sauce.
- Season with salt and black pepper before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in spices for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Herb Chicken, Basmati Rice, Comfort Food