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Creamy Garlic Chicken Rice Bowls


  • Author: skinytaste-net
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Paleo

Description

Succulent chicken pieces simmered in a rich garlic-infused cream sauce, served over fluffy rice. A comforting one-pan meal for any occasion.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook the diced chicken for 5-7 minutes, or until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Incorporate the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and spinach, mixing until the spinach wilts.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Serve the creamy garlic chicken over the cooked rice and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Notes

You can swap spinach for kale or Swiss chard. For thicker sauce, add a cornstarch slurry after the cream.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: creamy chicken, garlic chicken, rice bowls, one-pan meals, comfort food