Description
A flavorful and comforting one-pan meal featuring juicy garlic-infused chicken and perfectly seasoned rice. This easy dish is packed with rich, savory flavors and comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a quick dinner!
Ingredients
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- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- For the Garlic Rice:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp turmeric (for color, optional)
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional, for heat)
- For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Season & Sear the Chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Garlic Rice:
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in rice, toasting for 1–2 minutes until slightly golden.
- Add chicken broth, salt, black pepper, oregano, turmeric, and chili flakes.
- Simmer & Cook:
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice.
- Cover and reduce heat to low, letting it simmer for 15–18 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 75°C).
- Fluff & Serve:
- Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Serve with lemon wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
- Swap chicken breast for bone-in thighs for extra flavor.
- Use brown rice, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- For a richer taste, replace half the broth with coconut milk.
- Leftovers? Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: ~400 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
