Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice
1 lb | chicken breasts, diced |
2 tbsp | olive oil |
3 cloves | garlic, minced |
1 tsp | red pepper flakes |
2 tbsp | butter |
1 cup | long-grain rice |
2 cups | chicken broth |
½ tsp | paprika |
½ tsp | chili powder |
Salt and pepper to taste | |
¼ cup | chopped parsley (for garnish) |
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside. |
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic with red pepper flakes for 1 minute. |
Stir in rice, chicken broth, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. |
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is cooked. |
Add the chicken back to the skillet, stir, and heat for 2-3 minutes. |
Garnish with parsley and serve. |