Description
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Rice is a heartwarming dish that combines juicy chicken pieces sautéed in a creamy, garlicky butter sauce served over fluffy rice. This simple yet delicious recipe transforms everyday ingredients into a comforting meal perfect for family dinners or special occasions. With its rich flavors and appealing presentation, it’s sure to impress any guest!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Cook the rice: In a medium pot, bring chicken broth to a boil. Add rice, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt unsalted butter. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour soy sauce and lemon juice over the cooked chicken; mix well.
- Combine: Once the rice is ready, add it to the skillet with the chicken mixture. Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce. Serve hot with a sprinkle of parsley on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for different flavor profiles.