FAST LEMON CHICKEN AND RICE

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"With our busy ranch life, we often need to put meals on the table in a hurry," writes Kat Thompson of Prineville, Oregon. "This lemon-flavored chicken dish always fits the bill."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon cornstarch
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt, optional
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
1/3 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook the first four ingredients in butter. Combine cornstarch, broth, lemon juice and salt if desired until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in rice and peas. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 797mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Zain Hashmi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some frozen peas and carrots to the rice.


Progress Onyebuchi
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This recipe is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder.


Liton
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I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. It's a great weeknight meal that the whole family will enjoy.


Martha Dashwood
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the lemon sauce, and they always ask for seconds.


Qaiser Raja
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I love this recipe! It's so quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.


Peggy Dick
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly.


Holly Price
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I've never made lemon chicken before, but this recipe made it so easy. It was delicious and my family loved it!


RKD Studio 2
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This recipe is a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less soy sauce.


Andre Bernard
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I also like to add some vegetables, such as broccoli or carrots, to the rice.


Kenechi Okafor
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I made this recipe for a potluck, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


GOLDEN MEZO_معاذ الذهبي
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This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra garlic and lemon juice, and that helped a lot.


hussan raj
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a winner. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious. The chicken is always moist and juicy, and the rice is always fluffy and flavorful.


Thomas jay
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I especially loved the lemon sauce - it was tangy and bright, and really brought the dish together.