Creamy Garlic Chicken with Fluffy Rice and Glazed Carrots
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Fluffy Rice and Glazed Carrots is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken in a luscious garlic cream sauce, fluffy rice, and sweet glazed carrots. This delectable meal not only offers rich flavors but also presents beautifully on any dining table, making it perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With quick preparation and versatile side options, this recipe ensures you can serve a satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults. Elevate your culinary experience with this delightful combination of textures and tastes, guaranteed to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skilleting/Steaming
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Chicken breast pieces
- Fresh or minced garlic
- Mixed herbs (basil, parsley, thyme)
- Butter or olive oil
- Cream or coconut milk
- Chicken stock
- Steamed white rice
- Sliced carrots
- Green peas
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, add butter or olive oil. Once hot, sear chicken breast pieces until golden brown on both sides.
- Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant. Sprinkle mixed herbs over the chicken.
- Pour in chicken stock and cream (or coconut milk), stirring to combine. Allow the sauce to simmer until it thickens slightly.
- Meanwhile, prepare steamed white rice according to package instructions, and steam sliced carrots and green peas until tender.
- Toss cooked vegetables with butter, salt, and black pepper before serving.
- Serve creamy garlic chicken over fluffy rice with glazed carrots on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (450g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg