Fluffy rice infused with rich garlic butter, topped with juicy grilled chicken breast. Easy, comforting, and ready in 45 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Garlic Butter Rice
06 - 2 cups long-grain white rice, rinsed
07 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth, gluten-free
08 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
09 - 4 large garlic cloves, minced
10 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
14 - Lemon wedges for serving
# Directions:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Pat chicken breasts dry and rub evenly with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
02 - Grill chicken for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from grill, cover loosely with foil, and rest for 5 minutes.
03 - While chicken grills, heat 2 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
04 - Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent browning.
05 - Stir in rinsed rice and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring to coat all grains evenly in the butter and aromatics mixture.
06 - Pour in chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover with lid, and simmer for 15 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
07 - Remove from heat. Fluff rice with a fork and stir in remaining 1 tablespoon butter and parsley if using.
08 - Slice grilled chicken against the grain. Serve garlic butter rice in bowls or on plates, topped with sliced chicken and a squeeze of fresh lemon wedge.
