Description
This Grilled Chicken in Creamy Herb Sauce is a hearty and flavorful dish served with a wholesome combination of rice, sweet potatoes, and mixed vegetables. Perfect for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup cooked sweet potatoes, cubed
- 1 cup steamed mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, etc.)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and basil.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and let it thicken slightly.
- Add grilled chicken back into the skillet and coat with the creamy herb sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the chicken over a plate with rice, sweet potatoes, and steamed vegetables.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier meat.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by adding more or less cream or cheese as desired.
- To save time, prepare the sides (rice, sweet potatoes, veggies) ahead of time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
