Description
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken with Herb Rice is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken breast and a zesty, creamy sauce, all served over fragrant herb-infused rice. This recipe strikes the perfect balance of rich flavors and bright citrus notes, making it suitable for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. In just 40 minutes, you can create a comforting meal that will impress your family and guests alike. With its one-pot preparation method, cleanup is minimal, allowing you to enjoy the culinary experience without the hassle.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast fillets
- Garlic cloves
- Chicken broth
- Heavy cream
- Lemon juice
- Lemon zest
- Long-grain rice
- Fresh parsley
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium pot, combine long-grain rice, water, salt, and olive oil. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until cooked.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Season chicken fillets with salt and pepper. Sear each side for 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, lower the heat and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, lemon juice, and zest. Whisk until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet; simmer in sauce for another 5 minutes. Toss chopped parsley into cooked herb rice before serving.
- Plate herb rice topped with creamy lemon garlic chicken and drizzle extra sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg