Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls
Indulge in Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls, your new favorite comfort meal. This delightful dish features tender chicken pieces sautéed with fresh broccoli and enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe combines convenience with mouthwatering flavors that will warm your heart. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily swap in your favorite veggies or adjust the creaminess to suit your taste. Enjoy a nourishing and satisfying meal that the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups broccoli florets (or vegetables of choice)
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups cooked rice (jasmine or brown)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7–10 minutes.
- Add broccoli and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until broccoli is tender yet vibrant green, approximately 3–5 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth; stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens slightly, around 5 minutes.
- Mix in cooked rice until well combined; let it heat together for another 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg