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Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowl: Comfort Food Delight

Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls


  • Author: Eleanor
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Delight in the rich flavors of these Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls, featuring tender chicken in a luscious garlic cream sauce served over fluffy rice and vibrant broccoli.


Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, bringing it to a simmer.
  5. Add the heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, stirring well to combine. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken.
  6. Serve the creamy chicken over bowls of cooked rice, topped with steamed broccoli and garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For added flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking. Adjust the consistency of the sauce by adding more or less chicken broth according to your preference.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 610 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 33 g
  • Saturated Fat: 15 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 38 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 39 g
  • Cholesterol: 135 mg

Keywords: Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls, Garlic Chicken, Rice Bowls, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipes