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Easy Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Savor the comforting flavors of Easy Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce. This quick and satisfying meal features tender chicken cooked to perfection, smothered in a rich garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish combines simplicity and deliciousness that will have everyone asking for seconds.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp agar-agar powder

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: Rinse and finely chop the garlic.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together sour cream, minced garlic, chicken broth, and agar-agar until smooth. Pour over cooked chicken in the skillet.
  4. Add spinach or kale, stirring gently until wilted (about 2 minutes).
  5. Cook rice according to package instructions.
  6. Serve rice in bowls topped with the creamy chicken mixture and extra sauce if desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
  • Calories: 462
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 530mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 89mg

Keywords: For added flavor, use broth instead of water when cooking rice. Substitute chicken with turkey or plant-based proteins like tofu for a vegetarian option. Customize by adding colorful vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch.