Description
These Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls are loaded with bold garlic flavor, juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a rich parmesan cream sauce. This 30-minute meal is quick, comforting, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or easy meal prep!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
- Cooked white or brown rice
- Olive oil
- 4–5 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh parsley or green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Slice cooked chicken and return to skillet. Toss to coat in creamy garlic sauce.
- Serve over warm cooked rice. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired.
Notes
- Add veggies like broccoli, spinach, or red peppers to bulk it up.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or coconut milk.
- Spice it up with crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce.
- Serve over cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
