Description
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken with Herb Rice is a delightful dish that combines the savory goodness of tender chicken with a vibrant and zesty sauce. This recipe is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, offering a comforting meal that’s quick and easy to prepare. The creamy garlic sauce paired with herb-infused rice makes every bite satisfying and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes each). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest; bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, cover with sauce, and simmer for about 5-10 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Meanwhile, rinse rice under cold water. In a separate pot, combine rice with water or broth. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low; cook for about 15 minutes until tender.
- Fluff herb rice with a fork before serving the creamy lemon garlic chicken over it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg