Creamy Garlic Chicken with Fluffy Rice and Glazed Carrots
Indulge in a comforting dish with Creamy Garlic Chicken served alongside Fluffy Rice and Glazed Carrots. This delightful recipe features tender chicken simmered in a rich, garlicky sauce paired with fluffy rice and vibrant glazed carrots, making it perfect for any occasion. Ready in just 50 minutes, this meal is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. Whether you’re looking for a satisfying weeknight dinner or something special for guests, this dish is sure to impress with its blend of flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Chicken breast pieces
- Fresh garlic
- Mixed herbs (basil, parsley, thyme)
- Butter or olive oil
- Cream or coconut milk
- Chicken stock
- Fluffy white rice
- Sliced carrots
- Green peas
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken breast pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes. Sear until golden brown on both sides.
- Stir in minced garlic and mixed herbs; sauté until fragrant. Pour in chicken stock and bring to a simmer.
- Add cream or coconut milk, stirring well until the sauce thickens to your liking.
- Meanwhile, cook steamed rice according to package instructions. Steam sliced carrots and green peas in a separate pot, tossing them with butter, salt, and black pepper once cooked.
- Serve creamy garlic chicken over fluffy rice with glazed vegetables on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg