Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Garlic Butter Chicken Bowl with Roasted Carrots & Rice. Tender chicken is coated in a rich garlic butter sauce and served over fluffy jasmine rice, accompanied by sweet roasted carrots. This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, promising a delicious meal that brings everyone together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups vibrant orange carrots, sliced
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add minced garlic and melted butter; coat evenly.
- Place sliced carrots on the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Arrange seasoned chicken breasts alongside the carrots on the baking sheet. Bake for about 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and carrots are tender.
- Meanwhile, cook jasmine rice according to package instructions (typically bring 2 cups of water to a boil before adding rice).
- Fluff the rice and top it with roasted carrots and garlic butter chicken. Drizzle extra sauce from the baking sheet before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 500g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg