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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Yellow Rice & Asparagus

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Yellow Rice & Asparagus

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If you need a quick, bold, and protein-packed plate that smacks with flavor, this garlic butter chicken bowl is it! Juicy, seasoned chicken bites over vibrant yellow rice and a side of garlicky sautéed asparagus – this dish is clean, fast, and seriously delicious.

  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 2–3 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into chunks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp parsley (fresh or dried)
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp oil or butter
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the yellow rice: In a pot, bring water or broth to a boil. Add turmeric, garlic powder, oil, salt, and rice. Stir, cover, and cook over low heat for 15 mins or until fluffy.
  2. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a pan. Add chicken and season with paprika, chili flakes, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook on medium-high for 6–8 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Add garlic and parsley in the last minute, tossing well.
  3. Sauté the asparagus: In another pan, heat oil or butter. Add garlic and asparagus, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp with slight browning. Add chili flakes if you like it spicy.
  4. Assemble your plate – Scoop rice, top with sizzling chicken bites, and serve with garlic asparagus on the side.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Pan-Cooked
  • Cuisine: American