Creamy Skillet Chicken with Rice & Veggie Medley 🍚✨

This is pure comfort-on-a-plate energy. Tender chicken strips smothered in a creamy, savory pan sauce, fluffy white rice to soak it all up, and sweet peas with carrots bringing balance and color. Simple, cozy, and perfect for those “I need a real meal” nights.

🛒 𝐈𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

For the Creamy Chicken:

1 lb chicken breast, sliced into strips

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

Salt & black pepper to taste

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tbsp sour cream or cream cheese

1/4 tsp dried parsley (optional)

For the Plate:

1 cup cooked white rice

1 cup green peas

1 cup baby carrots

🔥 𝐃𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

Season the Chicken:

Toss chicken strips with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Sear:

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until lightly golden.

Make It Creamy:

Lower heat and stir in heavy cream and sour cream (or cream cheese). Simmer 3–5 minutes until thick, glossy, and coating the chicken.

Cook the Veggies:

Steam peas and carrots until tender. Season lightly with salt.

Serve:

Plate rice first, spoon creamy chicken over one side, and add peas and carrots on the other. Spoon extra sauce on top—don’t hold back.

⏱️ Prep Time: 10 mins

🔥 Cooking Time: 20 mins

⏳ Total Time: 30 mins

📊 Kcal: ~600 per serving

🍽️ Servings: 2