Creamy Paprika Chicken with Zucchini & Rice

This looks like creamy paprika chicken with zucchini & peppers served with rice. Here’s a delicious homemade version you can easily make πŸ‘‡

 

πŸ— Creamy Paprika Chicken with Zucchini & Rice

 

βœ… Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

 

For the chicken & sauce:

 

3–4 chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil or butter

1 small onion (chopped)

2 cloves garlic (minced)

1 zucchini (sliced)

1 red bell pepper (sliced)

1 tsp paprika

Β½ tsp black pepper

Β½ tsp dried oregano or Italian herbs

Salt to taste

200 ml cooking cream (or heavy cream)

Β½ cup chicken broth

Fresh parsley (for garnish)

For the rice:

 

1 cup rice

2 cups water

Β½ tsp salt

1 tsp butter

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Instructions

 

1️⃣ Cook the Rice

 

Rinse rice.

Boil with water, salt, and butter.

Simmer covered for 12–15 minutes.

2️⃣ Sear the Chicken

 

Season chicken with salt, pepper & paprika.

Heat oil in a pan.

Sear chicken on both sides until golden (about 4–5 min per side).

Remove from pan and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce

 

In same pan, sautΓ© onion until soft.

Add garlic, zucchini & pepper β†’ cook 3–4 minutes.

Add paprika, herbs & broth.

Stir in cream β†’ simmer gently.

4️⃣ Combine

 

Return chicken to the pan.

Simmer 8–10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked and sauce thickens.

🍽️ Serve

 

Serve hot with fluffy white rice and fresh parsley on top.

 

πŸ’‘ Optional Add-Ons

 

Add mushrooms πŸ„

Add chili flakes for heat 🌢️

Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version πŸ₯₯

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