Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are the epitome of comfort food, offering a delicious blend of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a luscious garlic-infused sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, as it comes together in just 30 minutes. The creamy sauce, enriched with fresh garlic and savory chicken broth, elevates this dish to new heights of flavor. Customize your bowls by adding vibrant vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition and color. Ideal for meal prep, these bowls can be made ahead of time and enjoyed throughout the week. Experience the joy of cooking with this satisfying dish that’s bound to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic
- 2 cups long-grain white or brown rice
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown, about 6 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, chicken broth, and soy sauce; stir and simmer until thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Slice cooked chicken and mix back into the skillet; simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve over rice and garnish as desired.
Notes
- For added nutrition, incorporate steamed vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers.
- Substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg