Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice & Buttered Veggies
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Creamy Paprika Chicken with Rice & Buttered Veggies, a delightful dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to any table. This recipe features tender chicken enveloped in a rich paprika sauce, paired perfectly with fluffy basmati rice and buttery peas and carrots. With its quick preparation time and simple ingredients, this meal is ideal for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings. You can easily customize it to incorporate your favorite vegetables or adjust the seasoning, making it a versatile choice for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil or butter
- 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
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chicken slices in olive oil. Season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in cream (or Greek yogurt), allowing it to simmer for about 12 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Steam or microwave the frozen peas and carrots until tender; then toss them with butter and a pinch of salt.
- Cook basmati rice according to package instructions and fluff with a fork.
- Serve the rice topped with creamy paprika chicken alongside buttery veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg