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Herb Butter Chicken with Wild Rice: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe


  • Author: Tessa Monroe
  • Total Time: 12 minute

Ingredients

– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup wild rice
– 2 cups chicken broth
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
– 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)


Instructions

Creating the delicious Herb Butter Chicken with Wild Rice is simple if you follow these easy steps:

1. Cook the Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Add the wild rice and reduce the heat. Cover and simmer for about 40-45 minutes or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

2. Preheat the Oven: While the rice is cooking, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

3. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

4. Make the Herb Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add garlic, rosemary, thyme, and parsley. Stir and remove from heat after 2-3 minutes, allowing the herbs to infuse the butter.

5. Sear the Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

6. Add Butter: Pour the herb butter mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet. Ensure it covers the chicken evenly.

7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

8. Serve: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.

9. Fluff the Rice: While the chicken rests, fluff the wild rice with a fork.

10. Plate the Dish: Serve the herb butter chicken on a bed of wild rice. Drizzle any remaining herb butter over the top for added flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-50 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 35g