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Garlic Butter Chicken Rice

Garlic Butter Chicken Rice: Easy One-Pot Meal
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A savory, satisfying, and convenient one-pot meal that combines juicy chicken breast with perfectly seasoned jasmine rice. This dish utilizes aromatic garlic and rich butter to create a deep, umami-packed flavor profile. Designed for busy families, this recipe ensures perfectly cooked grains and tender protein without the need for multiple pans, making cleanup a breeze while delivering restaurant-quality results in every bite.

Ingredients

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1.5 lbs chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed
4 tbsp unsalted butter
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
2 tbsp soy sauce
3 stalks green onions, sliced for garnish

Instructions

Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the cubed chicken breast to the pan and sear until the exterior turns golden brown.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the same skillet.
Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Stir in the rinsed jasmine rice, coating every grain thoroughly with the garlic butter.
Pour the chicken broth and soy sauce into the skillet, scraping up the browned bits from the bottom.
Return the chicken to the skillet, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and top with green onions.

Notes

Ensure the chicken broth is low-sodium to control the saltiness from the soy sauce. Rinsing the rice is essential to prevent it from becoming mushy. This dish stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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