Creamy Peri Peri Chicken Casserole with Garlic Rice
This bold and comforting chicken casserole features smoky peri-peri heat, rich cream sauce, and tender chicken served over garlicky white rice—perfect for cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish One Pot
- Method: Stovetop Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion African-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Chicken & Sauce:
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons peri-peri sauce (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon lemon juice
To Serve:
2 cups cooked white rice
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
Season chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Rub seasonings thoroughly into the surface.
2. Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté the Aromatics
In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
4. Make the Creamy Peri Peri Sauce
Pour in chicken stock, scraping up browned bits from the skillet.
Stir in heavy cream, peri-peri sauce, and lemon juice.
Simmer for 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.
5. Simmer the Chicken
Return chicken breasts to the skillet and reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 8–10 minutes or until cooked through (internal temp: 165°F / 74°C).
6. Serve
Spoon rice into bowls.
Ladle creamy peri peri chicken and sauce over rice.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Notes
You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less peri-peri sauce.
For extra flavor, cook the rice with garlic and a bit of butter or broth.
Substitute chicken thighs for juicier results.
This dish can be made ahead and reheated gently on the stovetop.
