Description
Creamy Peri Peri Chicken with Rice is a flavorful and comforting dish that brings together the smoky heat of peri peri sauce with a rich, creamy texture that will leave your taste buds dancing. The tender, spiced chicken is paired with a creamy sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice, making it a complete meal packed with bold flavors. This dish is perfect for dinner parties, weeknight meals, or anytime you’re craving something satisfying and full of zest. The combination of spicy peri peri sauce and the creaminess of the dish creates an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
To prepare your Creamy Peri Peri Chicken with Rice, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons peri peri sauce (adjust to your heat preference)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth (low-sodium recommended)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Coat them evenly with the spices.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce and Rice:
- Sauté the Onion and Garlic: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the Peri Peri Sauce: Stir in the peri peri sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to develop its flavor.
- Add the Rice and Broth: Add the rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the peri peri sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer. Cover the skillet and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Make the Creamy Sauce:
- Add the Cream: Once the rice is cooked, stir in the heavy cream to make the sauce creamy and rich. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Reintroduce the Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and add them back into the skillet with the rice and creamy sauce. Stir to combine and let the chicken heat through in the sauce.
Finish and Serve:
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle fresh cilantro or parsley over the dish and serve with lime wedges on the side. The lime adds a fresh, zesty contrast to the creamy, spicy flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 600-650 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 40g