Ingredients
Gathering your ingredients is half the battle won. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For those who like to customize, feel free to swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version or add some diced bell peppers for extra color and flavor.
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these steps to bring this comforting dish to life:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts, seasoning them with salt, pepper, paprika, and thyme. Cook until they’re golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the rice to the skillet and toast for a minute, stirring constantly. This step reminds me of my grandmother’s kitchen, where patience is key to unlocking flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth and water, bringing it to a gentle simmer. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and peas, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and creamy.
- Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the top, allowing it to melt into the sauce. This is where the dish truly comes together, much like the family meals I grew up with.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy the comforting flavors that remind us of home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International