Description
A savory, flavorful chicken and rice bowl topped with a creamy, zesty garlic sauce and fresh parsley—perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 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.
- Drizzle generously with the creamy garlic sauce.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to swap the chicken breasts for thighs if preferred.
- For extra flavor, you can add some sautéed vegetables or avocado to the bowl.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 550kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 477mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg