Description
This Epic Garlic Butter Chicken with Veggie Medley & Fluffy Rice is the ultimate comfort dish packed with flavor. Juicy, pan-seared chicken is drenched in rich garlic butter and paired with sautéed colorful vegetables and soft, steamed rice — perfect for a nourishing and satisfying meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp paprika
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1/2 cup diced carrots
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1/2 cup sliced zucchini
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2 cups cooked white or brown rice
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Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika on both sides.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Return chicken to the skillet and spoon garlic butter over it. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then remove from heat.
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In a separate pan, sauté broccoli, carrots, and zucchini with a drizzle of olive oil for 5–7 minutes until tender-crisp.
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To serve, place a scoop of rice in each bowl, top with garlic butter chicken and veggie medley.
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Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes