Garlic Butter Chicken with Rice Pilaf

A Simple, Elegant Dinner Made Effortless with Le Sauce & Co.

Some dinners don’t need layers of complexity to feel special. Sometimes, all it takes is well-cooked chicken, fragrant rice, and a sauce that pulls everything together. This Garlic Butter Chicken with Rice Pilaf is exactly that kind of meal — refined without being fussy, comforting without feeling heavy, and easy enough for a weeknight while still worthy of guests.

At the heart of this dish is Le Sauce & Co. Savory Garlic & Butter Gourmet Sauce, a ready-to-heat gravy made with real ingredients and bold, balanced flavor. Instead of juggling butter, garlic, stock, and seasonings, this sauce gives you a rich, silky finish in seconds — transforming everyday chicken and rice into something that tastes thoughtfully prepared.

Why Chicken and Rice Never Goes Out of Style

Chicken and rice is one of those timeless pairings that shows up in cuisines all over the world for good reason. It’s filling, adaptable, and endlessly comforting. But when done right, it can also feel elevated. In this recipe, simple sautéed chicken breasts are cooked until golden and juicy, then sliced and served over fluffy rice pilaf infused with herbs and aromatics.

The key is contrast: tender chicken with lightly crisp edges, fragrant rice with subtle texture, and a warm garlic butter gravy drizzled over the top to tie everything together. Each component is straightforward on its own, but together they create a dish that feels intentional and satisfying.

The Secret Is in the Sauce

Rice pilaf is a classic for a reason. Toasting the rice briefly before simmering it in broth adds depth, while herbs bring brightness and balance. But the moment this dish truly comes alive is when the warm garlic butter gravy hits the plate.

Instead of drowning the dish in sauce, a simple drizzle is all you need. The gravy settles into the rice, coats the chicken, and adds richness without overpowering the fresh, herbed flavors. It’s the kind of detail that makes the meal feel finished — like something you’d order at a cozy neighborhood restaurant.

Perfect for Weeknights or Entertaining

This Garlic Butter Chicken with Rice Pilaf is incredibly versatile. It’s quick enough for a busy weeknight, yet polished enough for date night or casual entertaining. You can prep the rice pilaf while the chicken cooks, warm the sauce at the end, and have everything on the table in under an hour.

It also scales beautifully. Double the recipe for family dinners or leftovers, or add a simple green vegetable — like roasted asparagus or sautéed green beans — to round out the plate.

Real Ingredients, Real Flavor

What makes this recipe shine is its simplicity. With quality ingredients and a thoughtfully crafted sauce, you don’t need a long list of extras. Le Sauce & Co. delivers slow-simmered flavor without shortcuts or fillers, letting you focus on cooking and enjoying the meal rather than managing multiple steps.

This is the kind of dinner that reminds you how satisfying home cooking can be when it’s done well — uncomplicated, flavorful, and shared around the table.

Garlic Butter Chicken with Rice Pilaf

Serves 4

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 pouch Le Sauce & Co. Savory Garlic & Butter Gourmet Sauce, warmed

For the Rice Pilaf

• 1 cup long-grain white rice

• 2 tbsp butter or olive oil

• ½ small onion, finely diced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cups chicken broth

• ¼ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

• 1 tsp fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)

• Frozen diced carrots and peas (Optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the rice pilaf
   In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and rice, cooking for 1–2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted and fragrant.

2. Simmer the rice
   Pour in chicken broth and salt. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in fresh herbs and peas and carrots and let warm up for 5 minutes.

3. Season the chicken
   While the rice cooks, season chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

4. Sauté the chicken
   Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from pan and rest for 5 minutes, then slice.

5. Warm the sauce
   Heat the Le Sauce Savory Garlic & Butter Gourmet Sauce gently in a small saucepan or microwave in a bowl until warmed through.

6. Assemble and serve
   Spoon rice pilaf onto plates, top with sliced chicken, and finish with a generous drizzle of warm garlic butter gravy.

Serving Suggestions

• Add roasted carrots, green beans, or asparagus

• Finish with a squeeze of lemon for brightness

• Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water