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Creamy Garlic Herb Chicken & Wild Rice

Tender chicken, creamy garlic parmesan sauce, and hearty wild rice combine for the ultimate cozy comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Rice
  • 2 chicken breasts large
  • 1 cup wild rice blend
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing spoon
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cook wild rice in chicken broth according to package directions.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, thyme, and Italian seasoning.
  3. Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked, then remove and slice.
  5. Sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook briefly.
  6. Pour in cream and stir in parmesan cheese until smooth.
  7. Mix cooked rice into the creamy sauce.
  8. Return chicken to skillet and serve warm.

Notes

Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition. Reheat with a splash of broth for best texture.