One-Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken & Rice
We just don’t think it’s acceptable to sacrifice taste for good macros, when you can easily have both with a simple recipe like this. The goal is to enjoy your meals, right?
Providing over 45g of protein per serving, this is an absolute winner for helping you to hit your daily intake goals. Plus, it’s deliciously creamy and packed with some great greens to give you a boost of vitamins & minerals too. Such a solid choice for quick & convenient bulk cooking that will have you sorted for the week ahead.
- What is one-pot creamy garlic chicken & rice?
- Why you’ll love this recipe
- Can you meal prep this recipe?
- Variations & add-ins
- Equipment needed
- One-pot creamy garlic chicken & rice recipe
- FAQs
What is one-pot creamy garlic chicken & rice?
The ultimate answer to quick and easy cooking, perfect for a busy schedule. Healthy, hearty and delicious, it’s all cooked in one large pot, so you can spend less time tidying up while cooking up nutritious meals for the week ahead.
Why you’ll love this recipe
This dish redefines the classic gym meal of chicken and rice. Quick, convenient and loaded with 45g of protein for less than 400 calories, it’s a gamechanger for meal prep.
Can you meal prep this recipe?
Absolutely. This dish was practically invented for meal prep. Simply adjust the ingredient quantities and make sure you’ve got enough containers to store it in the fridge ready to heat whenever you need.
Variations & add-ins
Extra texture: throw in some mushrooms for added texture (they go well with garlic!).
Spice it up: sprinkle in some cajun seasoning for a spicy kick.
Make it vegan: substitute chicken with a plant-based alternative and use vegetable stock without sacrificing macros or flavour.
Equipment needed
- Large pan
- Knife
- Wooden spoon
One-pot creamy garlic chicken & rice recipe
Servings: Serves 4
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 500 g chicken breast
- 300 g brown rice
- 2 tbsp. mixed herbs
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 lemon
- 750 ml chicken stock
- 200 g green beans
- 200 g low-fat Greek yoghurt
- 250 g spinach
- Handul fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the chicken and fry until it’s fully cooked.
Add the brown rice, mixed herbs, garlic and lemon zest. Stir well, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour in the chicken stock, mix thoroughly, and cover the pan with a lid. Leave it to simmer for 15 minutes.
Pour in the chicken stock, mix thoroughly, and cover the pan with a lid. Leave it to simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in the Greek yoghurt and add the spinach. Cook for a few minutes until the spinach has wilted.
Finally, sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve immediately or portion into containers for meal prep.
| calories | 387 |
| totalFat | 7 |
| totalCarbohydrates | 32 |
| protein | 45 |
FAQs
Can I freeze this dish?
Yes, use freezer-friendly containers or bags to store this dish for later.
How long can I freeze it?
For the best taste and texture, it’s recommended to freeze for up to 2-3 months.
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