Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken with Rice
A delightful dish that merges rich peri-peri sauce flavors with creamy chicken and fluffy rice for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Juicy chicken that absorbs flavors.
- 1 cup heavy cream Adds a rich and velvety texture.
- 3 tablespoons peri-peri sauce Provides authentic heat.
- 2 cups cooked white rice Base that absorbs the sauce.
- 1 medium onion Offers sweet and savory aroma.
- 3 cloves garlic Minced for added flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Enhances the dish with smoky flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Boosts garlic flavor.
- 1 teaspoon onion powder Intensifies onion flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for flavor.
- 1 cup chicken stock Rich base for the sauce.
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice Adds brightness.
- for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped Garnish for color.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts generously with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the seasoned chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until soft and translucent.
- Pour in chicken stock, then stir in heavy cream, peri-peri sauce, and lemon juice. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer until fully cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F.
Serving
- Scoop the creamy peri-peri chicken over cooked rice and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Consider adding fresh veggies like bell peppers or spinach during the sauté phase. For milder sauce, balance with added cream or sugar. Chicken can be marinated in peri-peri sauce overnight for extra flavor.