Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken with Rice
A delightful dish uniting the spicy kick of peri-peri sauce with the creaminess of heavy cream, served over fluffy rice, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 500 g chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream Use fresh for best results.
- 1/2 cup peri-peri sauce Adjust to taste.
- 2 cups cooked rice Fluffy and warm.
- 1 large onion, chopped Enhances flavor.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add aroma.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing.
- to taste Salt and pepper Season according to preference.
- fresh parsley for garnish Optional, for presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the onion turns soft and translucent.
- Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and brown on all sides for about 6-8 minutes.
- Pour in the peri-peri sauce and stir to coat the chicken.
Cooking
- Lower the heat and add heavy cream, gently bringing the mixture to a simmer.
- Allow it to cook for about 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
- Serve a generous amount of cooked rice on each plate and ladle the creamy peri-peri chicken mixture over it.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for presentation.
Notes
For variation, add vegetables like bell peppers or use quinoa instead of rice. Adjust spice levels based on preference.