Creamy Basil Chicken on Yellow Basmati Rice Recipe

Name: Creamy Basil Chicken on Yellow Basmati Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Basmati Rice; 4 cups Water; 1 Tablespoon Ground Turmeric; 1 teaspoon Salt; 4 Tablespoons Butter; 1 cup To 2 Cups Frozen Green Peas; 1 cup To 2 Cups Raisins; 1/4 cups Milk; 1/4 cups Bread Crumbs; 4 whole Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Halves (or Chicken Fillets); 3 Tablespoons Butter; 1/2 cups Chicken Broth; 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream; 1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1/4 cups Chopped Basil; ⅛ teaspoons Ground Black Pepper

Servings: persons

2 cups Basmati Rice
4 cups Water
1 Tablespoon Ground Turmeric
1 teaspoon Salt
4 Tablespoons Butter
1 cup To 2 Cups Frozen Green Peas
1 cup To 2 Cups Raisins
1/4 cups Milk
1/4 cups Bread Crumbs
4 whole Skinless, Boneless Chicken Breast Halves (or Chicken Fillets)
3 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 cups Chicken Broth
1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
1/2 cups Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cups Chopped Basil
⅛ teaspoons Ground Black Pepper

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YELLOW RICE
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Put water, rice, turmeric, salt, and butter into the rice cooker.
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Cook.
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When rice is cooked, add in frozen green peas and raisins.
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Gently stir in.
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Cover rice cooker again and keep warm for another 8 to 10 minutes.
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CREAMY BASIL CHICKEN
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Place milk and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls.
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Dip chicken in milk, then coat with bread crumbs.
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In a skillet over medium heat, fry the coated chicken in butter, on both sides, until juices run clear.
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Remove from skillet and keep warm.
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Add broth to skillet, bring to a boil over medium heat.
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Stir to loosen browned bits from pan.
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Stir in cream; boil and stir for one minute.
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Reduce heat.
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Add Parmesan cheese, basil, and black pepper.
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Simmer until heated through.
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Now place chicken that youve set aside earlier on top of a heaping of rice.
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Pour sauce over chicken and serve.
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(Or you can also serve the chicken and sauce on the side, separate from the rice.)
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Enjoy!

1055

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Basmati Rice, 4 cups Water, 1 Tablespoon Ground Turmeric, 1 teaspoon Salt, and more.

Yes, Creamy Basil Chicken on Yellow Basmati Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Creamy Basil Chicken on Yellow Basmati Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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