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Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks with Steamed Rice

Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks with Steamed Rice for Cozy Nights

This creamy paprika chicken drumsticks with steamed rice offers comfort and flavor, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 drumsticks
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 8 pieces Chicken Drumsticks
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika or regular paprika
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme or Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste or pureed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or regular mustard
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice or quinoa

Equipment

  • Ovenproof Skillet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sear chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Roast the chicken in the oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Melt butter in another saucepan, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  6. Stir in thyme, red pepper flakes, and flour, cooking for about 1 minute.
  7. Whisk in chicken broth and cook until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  8. Lower heat, stir in cream, tomato paste, and Dijon mustard; simmer for 5-6 minutes.
  9. Combine cooked chicken with the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  10. Serve chicken over rice, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1drumstickCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve hot and enjoy the warmth of this comforting dish!

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