Description
Creamy Garlic Chicken Bites with Fluffy Rice & Herb-Roasted Potatoes is a comforting dish that brings together tender chicken, a luscious creamy garlic sauce, and crispy herb-infused potatoes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also delivers rich flavors that will impress your family and guests. With minimal effort, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right at home, making it a go-to choice for busy cooks looking for something delicious yet uncomplicated.
Ingredients
Scale
- 600g chicken breast, diced
- 150ml heavy cream
- 500g baby potatoes, halved or cubed
- 200g basmati or jasmine rice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes, optional
- 2 tbsp olive oil for roasting potatoes
- 1 tsp dried herbs, oregano or thyme
- Salt & pepper for potatoes
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice in salted water according to package instructions until fluffy.
- Toss baby potatoes with olive oil, dried herbs, salt, and pepper on a baking tray; roast at 200°C (400°F) for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- In a non-stick frying pan over medium heat, sear the diced chicken in olive oil seasoned with paprika, salt, and pepper until cooked through.
- In the same pan, melt butter and sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Dijon mustard; season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the chicken with the creamy sauce in the pan and simmer for a few minutes until warmed through.
- Serve alongside fluffy rice and herb-roasted potatoes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying and Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 140mg