Description
Chicken & Rice Bowls With Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delightful and satisfying meal that brings together tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich, creamy sauce, making it the perfect choice for both busy weeknights and family gatherings. The creamy garlic sauce adds an irresistible flavor, while the dish is easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or spices. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, this wholesome bowl is packed with protein and nutrients, ensuring each bite is not only delicious but also nutritious. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or serving a comforting dinner, these bowls are sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breasts
- Long-grain white rice
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Garlic cloves
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley
- Agar-agar (for thickening)
Instructions
- Rinse long-grain white rice under cold water. In a pot, combine rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for about 15 minutes until tender.
- While the rice cooks, season boneless chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add seasoned chicken breasts; cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the creamy garlic sauce, pour heavy cream into another pan; whisk in agar-agar until thickened (3-5 minutes). Stir in fresh parsley.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork; spoon into bowls. Slice chicken and arrange on top of rice, then drizzle with creamy garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 115mg