**Chicken and rice: a classic dish with endless variations.**
Chicken and rice is a classic dish that can be found in many cultures around the world, and for good reason. It's a simple, hearty, and flavorful meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients and techniques. In this article, we'll share two delicious chicken and rice recipes that are sure to please everyone at your table. Our first recipe is for a classic chicken and rice casserole, a one-pot meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The second recipe is for a more flavorful and complex chicken and rice dish, featuring a creamy sauce and a variety of vegetables. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own preferences. So whether you're a fan of classic comfort food or looking for something new and exciting, we have a chicken and rice recipe for you.
STOVETOP CHICKEN AND RICE
This Chicken & Rice dish is super flavorful & budget-friendly, it's the perfect weekday meal!
Provided by Holly Nilsson
Categories Chicken Dinner Entree Main Course
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook mushrooms over medium heat with olive oil until tender, about 6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
- Cook onions (use same pan as mushrooms) until softened, about 5 minutes. Season the chicken with poultry seasoning, thyme, and salt and pepper. Add chicken and garlic, cook 2-3 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned on the outside.
- Add wine and cook 3-5 minutes or until wine is reduced to half.
- Stir in the mushrooms, broth, rice, and bay leaf. Cover and simmer 18-20 or until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and discard bay leaf. Stir in peas, butter and cream. Cover and let rest 5 minutes.
- Top with Parmesan cheese if using.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 cups, Calories 462 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 89 mg, Sodium 768 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g
CHEESY, RICE & CHICKEN, TOP OF STOVE SKILLET DISH.
I found this wonderful recipe in a magazine. Another great, CAMPBELL SOUP quick and easy recipe. It is sure to please your family, and guests. PICTURE: is from Campbell Soup.
Provided by Nancy J. Patrykus
Categories Other Main Dishes
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Heat oil in a 12 inch skillet, over medium high heat. Add chicken, and cook 10 minutes or until well browned on both sides. Remove chicken from skillet.
- 2. Stir soup, water, onion powder, black pepper, and rice in skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 15 minutes. Stirring once half way thru cooking time.
- 3. Stir in vegetables. Return chicken to skillet. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook 5-10 minutes, or untill chicken is cooked through and rice is tender. Serve and enjoy....Nancy...10/2/12
CHICKEN RICE STOVE TOP DISH
This is a small but tasty and easy recipe that uses leftover chicken. I like the fact that it does not have any canned creamed soup in it. I usually serve it in a bowl along with Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits Copycat. Enjoy:)
Provided by WiGal
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, saute celery and onion in butter.
- Add broth, carrots, rice, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Check to see if more broth is needed after 20 minutes.
- Stir in chicken and parsley.
- Cover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes longer or until the rice and vegetables are tender.
WI GAL'S CHICKEN RICE STOVE TOP DISH MADE HEALTHIER
From WiGal's recipe#266812. The salt substitute we use is called No Salt, which has no sodium at all. This was made for Make It Healthier Tag. Using homemade broth is usu. a better choice, because it is richer with more flavor and less salt.
Provided by WI Cheesehead
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 50m
Yield 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In saucepan, melt margarine and combine with olive oil.
- Add celery & onion and saute until tender. Add garlic for the last minute.
- Add carrots, broth, rice and pepper (and salt sub. if using) and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 35 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- Stir in chicken and parsley, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes longer or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.6, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 32.9, Sodium 244.1, Carbohydrate 59.9, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 5, Protein 23.9
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Look for fresh, free-range chicken, and use a flavorful rice.
- Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too much chicken or rice to the pot, it will not cook evenly. Cook the chicken and rice in batches if necessary.
- Season the chicken and rice well. Use a variety of seasonings to add flavor to the dish. Some good options include salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Cook the rice until it is tender. The rice should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. If the rice is too soft, it will become mushy.
- Let the chicken rice rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the rice to absorb the chicken juices.
Conclusion:
Chicken rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and straightforward cooking method, chicken rice is a great option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give chicken rice a try!
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