Creamy Pesto Chicken Rice Bowl Recipe
A flavorful and creamy pesto chicken rice bowl that's quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup baby spinach
- to taste Salt and black pepper (for seasoning)
- optional a squeeze of lemon juice (for brightness)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
- Sauté garlic in the same skillet for 30 seconds. Add heavy cream, pesto, and Parmesan, whisk until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet, add spinach and cherry tomatoes, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the sauce over rice, garnish with extra pesto, Parmesan, or lemon as desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, drizzle lemon juice or add more pesto on top before serving.