These chicken drumsticks are seared until golden, then simmered in a silky, paprika-spiced tomato cream sauce and served over fluffy rice. It is a cozy, family-friendly dinner that feels special yet comes together on a busy weeknight. If you love chicken dinners, try our Classic Juicy Chicken Cutlets and Crispy Chicken Lavash Wrap next.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rice
- Chicken drumsticks (about 8)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2-3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt, black pepper, and paprika to taste
- 200 ml (3/4 cup) cream
- 1-2 tomatoes, diced
- Fresh herbs, chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the rice well. Toast it lightly in a pot, salt it, and add water at a 2:1 water-to-rice ratio. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to the lowest simmer, cover, and cook until done.
- Meanwhile, salt the drumsticks and sear them on all sides until cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the onion, then add the garlic and tomatoes. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Pour in the cream and stir.
- Return the drumsticks to the sauce and warm through. Serve over rice with fresh herbs.
Tips
- Sear the drumsticks well before adding the sauce, so the skin stays flavorful and the meat stays juicy.
- Let the rice rest, covered, for a few minutes after cooking for the fluffiest texture.
- For more creamy chicken ideas, browse the recipes on Serious Eats.
Nutrition (per 100 g): 110 kcal | Protein 6 g | Fat 4.9 g | Carbs 11 g