Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice: Easy Weeknight Comfort Food
A delicious and easy recipe for Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice that is perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the diced chicken, salt, and pepper, cooking until the chicken is browned.
- Stir in the rice, then add the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Stir in the chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust garlic to taste for a stronger flavor.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg