Chicken and Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce Recipe
Indulge in these delicious Chicken and Rice Bowls with a luxurious Creamy Garlic Sauce. A perfect combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich garlic-infused cream sauce that will make your taste buds sing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Grilling
- Cuisine: World Cuisine
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice and a pinch of salt. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté or grill over medium heat for 6–8 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
- Make the Garlic Sauce: Melt butter in a pan. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Pour in cream and simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Season to taste.
- Assemble: Add rice to bowls, top with sliced chicken, and drizzle with garlic sauce. Garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: Chicken and Rice Bowls, Garlic Sauce, Creamy Chicken Recipe
