Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce

Introduction

Few meals deliver on both comfort and convenience like Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce. Bursting with tender, juicy chicken, fluffy rice, crisp veggies, and an irresistibly tangy garlic sauce, this healthy all-in-one bowl is both weeknight-friendly and crowd-pleasing. It’s a customizable, flavor-filled dish—perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or impressing guests with minimal effort.

What Makes These Chicken & Rice Bowls Unique?

This recipe stands out for its complex flavors delivered with simple, accessible ingredients—think seared or air-fried chicken, fluffy rice (jasmine or brown), your favorite crunchy veggies, and a lusciously creamy garlic sauce. The tang from lemon and fresh herbs livens up the bowls, while the homemade sauce ties every component together. Plus, you can easily adapt the veggies or switch proteins for endless variety.

How to Achieve Tender Chicken and Perfectly Cooked Rice

For juicy, evenly cooked chicken, use bite-size breast or thigh pieces and season generously. Sear them in a skillet or, to keep things extra simple and hands-off, use the COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1 for perfect crispiness without extra oil. If you’re batch cooking or need to quickly prep your veggies, the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is a major time-saver, turning slicing-and-dicing into a breeze.

For super fluffy rice, follow package instructions and use a ratio suited for your chosen grain. Extra tip: cover the finished rice for five minutes before fluffing to help lock in moisture.

Whipping Up the Perfect Creamy Garlic Sauce

The creamy garlic sauce is the star that elevates these bowls from everyday to crave-worthy. Blitz together garlic, Greek yogurt, a little mayo, lemon juice, and fresh herbs using a Ninja BL610 Professional Countertop Blender for a truly smooth result. Freshly blended, the sauce is light, tangy, and perfectly balanced—drizzle generously!

Assembling Your Chicken & Rice Bowls

Start by arranging a nest of rice as your base in each bowl. Layer on the hot, juicy chicken and a generous helping of your favorite veggies—think cucumbers, tomatoes, or roasted broccoli. Drizzle with plenty of creamy garlic sauce and a fresh squeeze of lemon.

For easy, organized meal prep, portion the ingredients into the Bentgo Salad Container—the extra compartments keep everything fresh until you’re ready to enjoy.

Serving Suggestions & Variations

Garnish with more fresh herbs, a handful of toasted sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of smoked paprika. For heat lovers, a dash of chili flakes amplifies the entire bowl. Make it Mediterranean-inspired with olives and feta, or swap in quinoa or cauliflower rice for a lighter twist.

Serve alongside a refreshing drink in your Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler for the ultimate gourmet-at-home experience.

Nutritional Info and Serving Size

This recipe yields 4 generous bowls. Each serving packs approximately 420–500 calories, depending on veggies and sauce quantity, and delivers a solid balance of lean protein, whole grains, and healthy fat—a nourishing, filling meal that’s both satisfying and wholesome.

Chicken & Rice Bowls with Creamy Garlic Sauce (Recap)

Bring together tender chicken, perfectly cooked rice, colorful veggies, and a bold, creamy sauce—all in one bowl. This recipe’s winning blend of flavor, texture, and convenience makes it a must-try for family dinners, meal preps, or easy hosting.

Instructions

1. Season the cubed chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. For quick, even chopping, use the Mueller Pro-Series Vegetable Chopper.
2. Cook the seasoned chicken in a hot skillet, air fryer, or oven until golden and cooked through (about 8–10 minutes). If using an air fryer, line the basket with Air Fryer Paper Liners for easy cleanup.
3. While the chicken cooks, prepare your rice according to package instructions. For best results, fluff with a fork and keep covered until ready to serve.
4. Chop your veggies using the Vegetable Chopper for fast, uniform pieces.
5. In a blender such as the Ninja BL610 Professional Countertop Blender, combine Greek yogurt, mayo, garlic, lemon juice, herbs, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth.
6. To assemble, divide rice among four bowls. Top with chicken, arrange veggies attractively, and drizzle liberally with creamy garlic sauce. Garnish with extra parsley or dill.
7. For meal prep, layer each component into a Bentgo Salad Container for a grab-and-go lunch that stays fresh.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes