Caramelized Onion Creamy Chicken

Serves 2
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Directions

  1. 1Slice the chicken breast into cubes.
  2. 2Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, smoked paprika, dried basil, and olive oil.
  3. 3Mix the chicken until all seasonings are well combined.
  4. 4Cook the chicken in light butter on medium heat for 4-5 minutes each side until golden and juicy. Set aside.
  5. 5In the same pan, add extra light butter.
  6. 6Cook the onions on medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes until soft and caramelized.
  7. 7Add extra seasoning (salt, black pepper, paprika, chili flakes), sundried tomatoes, and minced garlic to the onions.
  8. 8Mix and cook for 2 minutes.
  9. 9Lower the heat and add milk, light cream cheese, and parmesan.
  10. 10Stir until smooth and creamy.
  11. 11Add the cooked chicken and fresh parsley to the sauce.
  12. 12Sauté minced garlic in butter for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  13. 13Add salt, mixed herbs, and cooked basmati rice.
  14. 14Mix until combined.
  15. 15Add lemon zest and lemon juice to the rice.
  16. 16Mix until fluffy and fragrant.
  17. 17Serve the creamy chicken with the rice.

Ingredients

  • 400 g Raw Chicken Breast
  • 0.6 Tsp Salt
  • 0.6 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 0.8 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.8 Tsp Oregano
  • 0.8 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 0.8 Tsp Dried Basil
  • 1.2 Tsp Olive Oil
  • 4 g Reduced Fat Butter
  • 8 g Reduced Fat Butter
  • 140 g Red or White Onion
  • 0.2 Tsp Salt
  • 0.2 Tsp Black Pepper
  • 0.4 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 0.4 Tsp Chilli Flakes
  • 32 g Sundried Tomatoes
  • 4 g Minced Garlic
  • 152 g 1% Milk or Skimmed Milk
  • 72 g 50% Fat Cream Cheese
  • 20 g Parmigiano Reggiano
  • 0.4 Tbsp Fresh Parsley
  • 4 g Reduced Fat Butter
  • 6 g Minced Garlic
  • 0.2 Tsp Salt
  • 0.8 Tsp Mixed Herbs
  • 100 g Uncooked Basmati Rice
  • 240 g Cooked Basmati Rice
  • 0.6 Tsp Lemon Zest
  • 0.2 Lemon Juice

Equipment

KnifeGlass dishSpoonPanSpatulaSmall bowlGrater

Tips

  • Cook chicken on medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden and juicy.
  • Cook onions on medium-low for 10-12 minutes until soft and caramelized, mixing every 4-5 minutes. Cook longer if needed.
  • Lower the heat when adding milk and cream cheese to the sauce. Stir gently until melted and smooth.