Creamy Chicken & Cranberry-Pecan Wild Rice Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken & Cranberry-Pecan Wild Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) long-grain & wild rice; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1/2 tsp. each dried thyme leaves and black pepper; 6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.); 2 Tbsp. oil; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans, toasted; 6 green onions, sliced, divided; 1 cup fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth; 6 oz. (3/4 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed

Servings: persons

1
Cook rice mix as directed on package.
2
Meanwhile, mix flour, thyme and pepper; coat chicken with flour mixture.
3
Heat oil in large skillet on medium heat.
4
Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 min.
5
on each side or until done (165 degrees F).
6
Stir cranberries, nuts and 1/3 cup onions into cooked rice; spoon onto platter.
7
Remove chicken from skillet, reserving drippings in skillet.
8
Place chicken over rice mixture; cover to keep warm.
9
Add broth to skillet; stir to loosen browned bits from bottom of skillet.
10
Add cream cheese; cook 2 to 3 min.
11
or until cream cheese is melted and sauce begins to thicken, stirring constantly with whisk.
12
Spoon some of the sauce over chicken; sprinkle with remaining onions.
13
Serve with remaining sauce.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pkg. (6 oz.) long-grain & wild rice, 2 Tbsp. flour, 1/2 tsp. each dried thyme leaves and black pepper, 6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.), and more.

Yes, Creamy Chicken & Cranberry-Pecan Wild 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 Chicken & Cranberry-Pecan Wild Rice

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Variations & substitutions

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