chronic kidney disease recipe with high calorie foods

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice (rinsed)
• 2 cups water
• 2 medium skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 10 oz each), trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 small onion (about 100 g), finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups low-sodium, homemade or commercial chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Optional: 1/2 cup grated low-sodium, low-phosphorus cheese
• Optional Garnish: 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped