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Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks With Steamed Rice

Creamy Paprika Chicken Drumsticks With Steamed Rice

Tender chicken drumsticks seared and simmered in a rich paprika cream sauce, served over fluffy steamed rice for a satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 490
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 1/2 cups white rice steamed

Equipment

  • Skillet with lid
  • Rice pot

Method
 

  1. Season drumsticks with paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear in oil until golden on both sides.
  3. Sauté onion and garlic in butter.
  4. Add broth and cream, then return drumsticks.
  5. Simmer covered on low until fully cooked.
  6. Serve over steamed rice with parsley.

Notes

  • Do not skip the sear for best flavor.
  • Keep cream sauce at a gentle simmer.
  • Adjust sauce consistency with broth if needed.