Creamy Herb and Garlic Chicken Rice
Tender chicken breast cooked to perfection, combined with aromatic rice infused with a creamy herb and garlic sauce. This delicious and comforting meal is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it the ideal filling dinner option for any night of the week.
ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 3.
In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4.
In the same skillet, add the garlic and onion. Sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2 minutes.
- 5.
Add the rice and stir well to coat it with the olive oil and aromatics.
- 6.
Pour in the chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 7.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the rice mixture.
- 8.
Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
- 9.
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- 10.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- 11.
Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy the creamy herb and garlic chicken rice!
