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Spicy Cream Dream: Peri-Peri Chicken with Garlic Rice

Spicy Cream Dream: Peri-Peri Chicken with Garlic Rice

Craving a comforting meal with a spicy twist? Try this Spicy Cream Dream: Peri-Peri Chicken with Garlic Rice. Featuring juicy chicken breasts coated in a rich and creamy peri-peri sauce and served over aromatic garlic-infused rice, this dish strikes the perfect balance between heat and comfort. In just 40 minutes, you can create an impressive meal that’s ideal for family dinners or entertaining friends. With its vibrant flavors, minimal cleanup, and versatile serving options, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp peri-peri sauce
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sear chicken until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
  3. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until soft.
  4. Add chicken stock, scraping the pan for flavor; stir in heavy cream, peri-peri sauce, and lemon juice. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Return chicken to skillet, simmering until cooked through (165°F/74°C).
  6. Serve over garlic rice; garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: International

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 380g)
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: Marinate the chicken in peri-peri sauce for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of peri-peri sauce used. Add vegetables like bell peppers during sautéing for added nutrition.