Description
These delicious Chicken & Rice Bowls are topped with a creamy, tangy garlic sauce and garnished with fresh parsley. A simple and flavorful meal that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
For the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and the juices run clear.
- Let rest for a few minutes, then slice thinly.
- Prepare the Creamy Garlic Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and salt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Bowls:
- Place cooked rice in bowls, top with sliced grilled chicken, and drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for mayonnaise if you prefer a lighter option.
- Add sautéed vegetables or a side salad for extra freshness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg