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Flavorful chicken rice bowl with creamy garlic sauce served in a bowl

Flavorful Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

A hearty and quick dish featuring crispy chicken over fluffy rice, drizzled with a rich creamy garlic sauce—perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Use boneless for quick cooking.
  • 1 cup rice Rinse before cooking.
  • 2 cups chicken broth For cooking rice.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For sautéing chicken.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream To make the sauce creamy.
  • Salt and pepper to taste To season chicken and rice.
Optional Toppings
  • chopped parsley For garnish.
  • grated Parmesan cheese For added flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a boil. Add the rinsed rice and a pinch of salt, then cover and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
Cooking
  1. While the rice is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown.
  3. Lower the heat to medium and stir in the minced garlic, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of heavy cream and stir well, allowing it to simmer for a couple of minutes until thickened.
Serving
  1. Fluff the rice with a fork and divide it among bowls.
  2. Top with the creamy garlic chicken mixture.
  3. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan if desired.
  4. Enjoy your flavorful chicken and rice bowls while piping hot!

Notes

For richer flavor, use bone-in, skin-on chicken. Customize veggies like steamed broccoli or sautéed spinach for added nutrition. Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days in refrigerator or freeze for up to 2 months.