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Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

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A delicious and balanced meal featuring seasoned chicken, fluffy rice, and fresh vegetables, all topped with a rich and creamy garlic sauce for maximum flavor.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package instructions and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, season chicken with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until browned and fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and parsley until smooth. Chill until ready to use.
  5. To assemble, divide rice into bowls and top with cooked chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and feta cheese if using.
  6. Drizzle with creamy garlic sauce and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
  • Can be served warm or cold – great for meal prep.
  • Add hot sauce or sriracha to the garlic sauce for extra heat.

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