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A plate of delicious garlic butter chicken and rice, garnished with parsley and lemon slices.

Easy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice

A simple and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and fluffy rice cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Rice
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cup uncooked white rice rinsed
  • 3 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or Dutch oven

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rinsed rice, chicken broth, butter, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Return the browned chicken to the skillet. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, you can stir in a tablespoon or two of heavy cream at the end of cooking. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables, such as broccoli florets or peas, during the last 10 minutes of simmering.

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