Description
These creamy garlic chicken rice bowls are comfort food at its best, combining tender chicken, rich garlic sauce, and fluffy rice for a delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup broccoli florets, steamed
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: Start by heating 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season your chicken pieces with salt and pepper before adding them to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Make sure to remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside to avoid overcooking.
- Sauté the garlic: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and allow it to heat. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it releases its aromatic fragrance. Be cautious not to burn the garlic, as it can turn bitter.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any tasty bits stuck to the bottom. Let this simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly. After that, stir in the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Keep stirring until the sauce thickens, which should take around 3-4 minutes.
- Combine and finish: Add the Italian seasoning and return the cooked chicken to the skillet, ensuring all pieces are coated with the creamy garlic sauce. Give it a few more minutes to heat everything evenly—about 2-3 minutes should do the trick.
- Serve: Divide your cooked rice into bowls, top them generously with the creamy garlic chicken, and add a portion of steamed broccoli. Lastly, don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for that vibrant touch!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and consider experimenting with seasonings for a personalized touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg