Description

Craving a dinner that’s both comforting and fiery? This Creamy Parmesan Spinach Rice with Spicy Garlic Chicken blends spicy glazed chicken with rich, cheesy spinach rice in the most delicious way. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, dinner ideas, or if you’re looking for something bold but easy. Ideal for families, healthy eaters, or anyone searching for quick meals, easy recipes, food ideas, and dinner inspiration that reheats well and satisfies completely.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

3 tablespoons olive oil

4 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup honey

1 teaspoon chili flakes

1 tablespoon hot sauce

1 cup arborio or short-grain rice

2 tablespoons butter

3 cups chicken broth, warm

1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

3 cups baby spinach

Optional: parsley or extra chili flakes for garnish

Instructions

1. Cut chicken into strips and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.

2. Coat chicken in flour and cornstarch mixture.

3. Heat oil in skillet and fry chicken until golden and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per side.

4. Set fried chicken aside on paper towels.

5. In the same pan, sauté garlic, then stir in honey, chili flakes, and hot sauce. Let simmer.

6. Toss chicken in the spicy garlic glaze until fully coated.

7. In another pan, melt butter and sauté rice for 2 minutes.

8. Gradually add warm chicken broth, stirring constantly, until rice is creamy and al dente.

9. Stir in parmesan until melted. Add spinach and cook until wilted.

10. Serve rice with spicy chicken on top. Garnish as desired.

Notes

For even crispier chicken, let it rest 5 minutes before tossing in glaze.

Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes to the rice for extra flavor.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 580
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: chicken rice, spicy garlic chicken, creamy parmesan rice