parmesan chicken and rice

total time:
30 min
Makes 4 servings
Sheri LauSheri Lau

Rice and broth are added to sauteed chicken, onion, garlic and mushrooms for a simple entree that requires only one pan.

ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 8 oz pkg pre sliced mushrooms
  • 3/4 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup uncooked instant rice
  • 1 cup fat free chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup or 2 oz parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley

directions

  • 1

    Heat oil in a large non stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, thyme and mushrooms; saute 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Add chicken; saute 4 minutes or until the chicken is lightly browned. Add salt and pepper; cook 3 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates.

  • 2

    Stir in rice and broth. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in cheese and parsley.

notes

I also use chicken tenders if that is what I happen to have on hand.

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