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Creamy Chicken and Rice

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Creamy chicken and rice is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or busy weeknights. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, velvety sauce with fluffy rice that absorbs all the delicious flavors. It’s a quick and easy meal that brings smiles to the dinner table and warms your heart with each bite.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas and carrots)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add diced chicken, seasoning with salt, pepper, and herbs. Cook until golden brown.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and stir in rice; bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat, add heavy cream and frozen vegetables. Simmer covered for 15-20 minutes until rice is fluffy.
  6. Taste-test and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  • Author: DANIEL LAWSON
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg