Description
If you’re looking for a quick, comforting, and flavorful meal, garlic butter chicken with Parmesan rice is your perfect pick. Juicy chicken in a savory garlic butter sauce paired with cheesy, creamy rice makes for an irresistible dinner treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (e.g., jasmine or basmati)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: Red pepper flakes, parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside. - Make the Garlic Butter Sauce
In the same skillet, lower the heat and melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn it. Pour in ½ cup of chicken broth and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes, reducing slightly. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. - Cook the Rice
Stir the uncooked rice into the skillet with the garlic butter sauce, coating the grains evenly. Add the remaining 1 cup of chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed. - Combine and Serve
Stir the grated Parmesan cheese into the rice for a creamy, cheesy finish. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, placing it on top of the rice. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the chicken to absorb the flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Don’t Overcook the Chicken: Ensure the chicken is cooked until just done (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) to keep it tender and juicy. Overcooking can make it dry.
- Simmer the Rice Slowly: Cook the rice on low heat with a tight-fitting lid to allow it to absorb the garlic butter sauce evenly. Avoid stirring during cooking to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
- Adjust Salt as Needed: Parmesan cheese and chicken broth can add saltiness to the dish. Taste the rice and sauce before adding extra salt to avoid over-seasoning.
- Prep Time: 10 MIN
- Cook Time: 25 MIN