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Creamy Herb Chicken with Green Beans & Steamed Rice

  • Author: rodrigo Stone
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2–3 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Herb Chicken with Green Beans & Steamed Rice is a cozy, all-in-one meal that’s rich, herby, and full of texture. Juicy chicken breasts are simmered in a garlic herb cream sauce and served with tender-crisp green beans and fluffy white rice for a balanced, satisfying dinner that feels indulgent — but comes together in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small cutlets)

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme

  • 1/2 tsp dried basil

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

For the Creamy Herb Sauce:

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half & half)

  • 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or a mix of basil, oregano & thyme

  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice (optional for brightness)

Sides:

  • 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice

  • 2 cups green beans, trimmed

  • Salt, pepper, olive oil for sautéing or steaming

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice:
    Prepare rice according to package directions and set aside.

  2. Season & sear the chicken:
    Pat chicken dry and season both sides with garlic powder, thyme, basil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove and set aside.

  3. Make the creamy herb sauce:
    Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Stir in cream, Parmesan, mustard (if using), and Italian seasoning. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened. Add lemon juice if desired.

  4. Return chicken to pan:
    Place chicken back into the skillet and spoon sauce over the top. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

  5. Prepare the green beans:
    Meanwhile, steam or sauté green beans until just tender. Season lightly with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil or a squeeze of lemon.

  6. Serve:
    Plate chicken over a bed of steamed rice, spoon sauce generously over the top, and serve with green beans on the side.

Notes

Swap cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version. Add mushrooms or spinach to the sauce for more texture. Make it dairy-free using coconut cream and nutritional yeast instead of cheese. Leftovers are perfect for lunch the next day!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

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