Description
Succulent garlic butter chicken mingles with creamy parmesan rice in this irresistible comfort dish straight from home kitchens. Savory flavors and rich textures combine to create a memorable meal that welcomes you to indulge in pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken tenderloins
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (divided)
- Salt and pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 stick (113 grams) butter (divided)
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by generously coating with seasoning blend, ensuring even coverage. Sear in preheated skillet over medium heat until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-7 minutes per side.
- Create aromatic base by melting butter and sautéing minced garlic with red pepper flakes. Toast ingredients for 2-3 minutes, releasing complex flavors without scorching.
- Deglaze skillet with white wine, scraping browned bits from bottom. Reduce liquid by half, concentrating wine’s essence and creating rich pan sauce. Reserve small portion of sauce for final garnish.
- Toast rice grains in same skillet, developing nutty undertones. Pour chicken broth, stirring to distribute seasonings. Simmer covered on low heat for 18-22 minutes, allowing rice to absorb liquid and become tender.
- Finish dish by folding grated Parmesan into fluffy rice. Nestle cooked chicken atop rice, drizzle with reserved sauce. Let rest 3-4 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley for vibrant presentation.
Notes
- Swap chicken with tofu or plant-based protein for a vegetarian version that maintains the rich, garlicky flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free chicken broth and ensure wine is gluten-free to make the dish suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Toast rice briefly before adding liquid to enhance nutty undertones and prevent clumping, creating a more textured side dish.
- Select bone-in chicken thighs for extra moisture and deeper flavor if chicken tenders feel too lean or bland.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 593 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1123 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 117 mg