Description
A delightful creamy garlic chicken dish served over warm rice, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (plus more for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by heating olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. As the butter melts, it creates that rich base that gives this dish its signature depth.
- Add the chicken pieces and let them cook undisturbed for a few minutes so they develop a golden crust. That slight browning is where so much flavor begins.
- Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. As it sizzles, you will notice the aroma immediately shift—warm, savory, and irresistible.
- Pour in the chicken broth and gently scrape up any browned bits from the pan. These little bits carry incredible flavor and bring everything together.
- Reduce the heat slightly and stir in the heavy cream, letting it simmer until it begins to thicken.
- Add Parmesan cheese, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir slowly as the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, coating each piece in the sauce. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors fully meld.
- To assemble your creamy garlic chicken rice bowls, spoon a generous portion of warm rice into each bowl and top it with the creamy chicken mixture.
- Finish with a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
- This dish can be made with leftover chicken to save time.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or broccoli for added nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg