Creamy Chicken & Rice Comfort Bowl
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great!)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup frozen peas and carrots
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Start with the base: In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the rice and stir for about 1 minute until it’s lightly toasted—this adds amazing flavor!
- Add your liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and milk. Stir gently and bring to a soft boil.
- Season it up: Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Make it complete: Stir in the shredded chicken and frozen veggies. Cover again and cook for another 5–7 minutes until the rice is tender and creamy.
- Serve warm: Spoon into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if you like, and enjoy this hug-in-a-bowl!
👨🍳 Chef’s Notes:
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time—it’s already seasoned and super tender!
- For extra creaminess, stir in 2 tbsp of cream cheese at the end.
- This dish gets even better the next day as flavors meld together.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
