GARDEN VEGETABLE & CHICKEN SKILLET

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Here's a fantastic way to add fresh spring veggies to your diet. Featuring a trio of bright vegetables, rice and chicken, this makes a perfect one-dish meal. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups fresh baby spinach
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1-1/4 cups water
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute the chicken, squash, onion and carrot in butter for 5-6 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink; drain. Add the spinach, garlic, salt, thyme and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer., Stir in rice and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 453mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Mummy Sugar
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's healthy, delicious, and easy to make.


Hussain Mahmud
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I would give this recipe a 4 out of 5 stars. It was easy to make and it tasted good, but it wasn't anything special.


Anus Khan
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This dish was easy to make and it tasted great! I'll definitely be making it again.


prya sherpa
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but this dish was surprisingly good.


Dalton Jones
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Eline Aboud
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The chicken was a little dry, but the vegetables were delicious.


ajijamzehen14
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add some extra spices next time.


Purp
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Cayden Waterman
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


AL N KITCHEN
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I made this recipe last night and it was a huge success! My husband and kids loved it, and I felt good about serving them a healthy meal.


Nasrullah Jatoi
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This dish was so easy to make and it turned out delicious! I loved the combination of vegetables and chicken, and the sauce was amazing.


Travis Sivartt
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This chicken skillet was a hit with my family! The vegetables were tender and flavorful, and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.