Garlic Butter Chicken Rice

Garlic Butter Chicken Rice is a 30-minute protein packed dinner. Pick estimates $5.18 a serving, above the catalog average of $5.05, with 42g of protein and 570 kcal. You need stove and 6 ingredients.

• 30 minCook time
• $5.18Est. cost
• 570Calories
• 42gProtein
• 55gCarbs
• 20gFat

Estimated cost per serving at a mid-range supermarket. Real prices vary by store and week.

Ingredients

• 🍗Chicken BreastMeat & Seafood5½ oz
• 🍚Basmati RicePantry2½ oz
• 🧈ButterDairy & Eggs1½ tbsp
• 🧄GarlicProduce3 clove
• 🥣Chicken BrothPantry¼ cup
• 🌿ParsleyProduce1 tbsp

Method

1. Rinse the basmati rice and simmer in salted water for 12 minutes until tender; drain.
2. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and mince the garlic.
3. Melt half the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through to 165°F; set aside.
4. Add the remaining butter and garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and simmer for 2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits.
6. Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet, tossing to coat in the garlic butter sauce.
7. Serve the chicken and sauce over the rice, finished with chopped parsley.

You'll need

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