Garlic Butter Chicken with Parmesan Rice
A flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender garlic butter chicken served alongside cheesy Parmesan rice.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
Dairy & Fats
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Grains
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste Salt
- Pepper to taste Pepper
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and cook chicken 6-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add remaining butter, garlic, and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant (~30 seconds). Return chicken to coat in sauce.
- Rinse rice, then cook in chicken broth until absorbed (~15-20 minutes). Fluff rice, stir in Parmesan and butter, season with salt and pepper.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with additional parsley or lemon.