Easy Chicken Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Easy Chicken Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce
Easy Chicken Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce are a delicious and wholesome meal perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy, tender chicken pairs beautifully with fluffy rice and a rich, garlicky sauce that brings all the flavors together. This recipe is simple to make, satisfying, and versatile enough to customize with your favorite veggies or toppings.
Ingredients:
2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Optional toppings: chopped parsley, sliced green onions, or lemon wedges
Directions:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
Cook chicken in the skillet for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and oregano to make the creamy garlic sauce.
To assemble, divide cooked rice into bowls. Top with cooked chicken and drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
Garnish with parsley, green onions, or lemon wedges as desired. Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information (per serving, approx., serves 4):
Calories: 480 kcal
Total Fat: 28 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 90 mg
Sodium: 450 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sugars: 2 g
Protein: 30 g