20 Minute Garlic Rosemary Chicken Brown Rice Dinner Recipe

Ready in just 20 minutes! This flavorful Garlic Rosemary Chicken and Brown Rice Dinner is a weeknight lifesaver. Juicy chicken breasts are infused with aromatic garlic and rosemary, then served over perfectly cooked brown rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Simple, quick, and delicious – perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 202.5 kcal
Protein 58g
Rating 4.6 (14 Reviews)
20 Minute Garlic Rosemary Chicken Brown Rice Dinner

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for 20 Minute Garlic Rosemary Chicken Brown Rice Dinner

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder (divided)
  • Dried Rosemary Leaves
  • Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Minute Brown Rice

How to Make 20 Minute Garlic Rosemary Chicken Brown Rice Dinner

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
  3. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary.
  4. Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  5. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  6. Add 1 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup water to the skillet.
  7. Bring to a boil.
  8. Stir in 1 cup brown rice, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary.
  9. Top with the cooked chicken breasts.
  10. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through and liquid is absorbed.
  11. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

5g

Carbs

2g