Ingredients
This recipe calls for a handful of ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Feel free to make this recipe your own. You can substitute brown rice for a healthier twist or add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a bit of heat. Cooking is all about creativity, so don’t be afraid to experiment!
Instructions
Let’s get cooking! Follow these simple steps to bring this savory dish to your table.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the garlic butter, and cook for about 2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-18 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the rice. Cover and let it steam together for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges, if desired. Enjoy!
Cooking is my love language, and this recipe speaks volumes. It’s straightforward yet packed with flavor, bringing together my favorite elements of comfort and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International