Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice
When it comes to weeknight dinners, we all want something that is quick, easy and delicious. That’s where this Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice dish comes in! Not only is it simple to make, but the combination of garlic butter and tender chicken will have your taste buds thanking you.
Are you looking for more skillet recipes to help make a busy night easier? We recommend that you try this Cheesy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet, Skillet Pineapple Chicken, or this Keto Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Skillet.
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❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights when you need something delicious on the table fast.
- The combination of juicy chicken, flavorful garlic butter, and perfectly cooked rice is a crowd-pleaser every time.
- It’s made with simple, wholesome ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry or fridge.
🛒Ingredients
We’ve made this list to help you save time on your next trip to the grocery store. You can find the full amounts needed in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- chicken tenders
- salt
- pepper
- garlic powder
- vegetable oil
- butter
- minced garlic
- red pepper flakes
- cooking wine
- uncooked white rice
- chicken broth
- fresh Parmesan grated
- Fresh parsley
🔪 How to Make Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice
This is a quick overview of the steps needed to make this recipe. You can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Sprinkle chicken tenders with 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken tenders and sear until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook until butter is melted and garlic is slightly browned. Pour in the wine to deglaze the skillet.
- Add uncooked rice to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in 1 1/2 tsp salt and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is cooked, about 18-20 minutes.
- Once rice is cooked, stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Arrange the cooked chicken tenders on top of the rice. Drizzle the reserved sauce over the chicken and rice. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
🥄 Equipment
- large skillet with lid
- Wooden spoon
🥫 Storage
Storage – This chicken and rice dish can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. It is best reheated on the stovetop, adding a splash of water or chicken broth to keep it from drying out.
Reheating – To reheat, simply add the desired amount of chicken and rice to a skillet over medium heat. Stir occasionally until heated through, adding additional liquid if needed. You can also microwave it for 1-2 minutes with a damp paper towel on top to prevent drying.
Serve With
This dish is versatile and pairs wonderfully with your favorite veggies or a fresh side salad. We like to serve this comfort food classic with these Roasted Mediterranean Root Vegetables and this Cabbage Green Goddess Salad.
💭 Tips
- Make sure that your chicken tenders reach an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure they are fully cooked.
- Make sure that you scrape the bottom of your skillet well when you add the broth so loosen up the brown bits because that’s where the flavor is.
- Garnish your dish with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for an extra pop of freshness and color before serving!
⁉️ FAQ
Do you have questions about this garlic butter chicken and rice recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.
Absolutely! Chicken thighs can be used as a substitute for chicken tenders in this recipe. Just keep in mind that cooking times may vary slightly since thighs are usually thicker. Ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Yes, this recipe can be prepped ahead! However, we think that it tastes best freshly made.
🍽 More Chicken Recipes
Do you enjoy chicken? If so, try these delicious recipes:
- Copycat Texas Roadhouse Smothered Chicken
- Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken
- Honey Garlic Baked Chicken Breast
🧾Recipe Card
Want to make this recipe? Print the recipe card below, or pin this recipe, so you can find it later.
Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice
Equipment
- large skillet with lid
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 12 chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ½ cup butter
- 1 ½ teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon salt
Rice
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cooking wine
- 1 ½ cup uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup fresh Parmesan grated
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sprinkle chicken tenders with 1 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken tenders and sear until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and 1/2 tsp salt.
- Cook until butter is melted and garlic is slightly browned.
- Pour in cooking wine and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine. Remove 1/4 cup of the mixture and set aside.
- Add uncooked rice to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in 1 1/2 tsp salt and chicken broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until rice is cooked, about 18-20 minutes.
- Once rice is cooked, stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Arrange the cooked chicken tenders on top of the rice.
- Drizzle the reserved sauce over the chicken and rice. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Disclaimer
Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.
I made this garlic butter chicken and rice recipe. It is so delicious, easy, and quick!