LEMON CHICKEN 'N' RICE

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This barley and rice medley features a flavorful lemon-and-dill sauce over tender chicken. Serve it with green beans and you'll have a savory meal for two on the table in under an hour.-Gerry Smailes, Edmonton, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup medium pearl barley
1 tablespoon butter
1-2/3 cups chicken broth, divided
2/3 cup water
3 to 4 medium fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
1/3 cup white wine or additional chicken broth
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, saute rice and barley in butter for 4-5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add 1 cup broth, water, mushrooms and onion; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-22 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, flatten chicken to 1/2-in. thickness. In a large skillet, brown chicken in oil on both sides. Add 1/3 cup broth and wine or additional broth. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes on each side or until chicken juices run clear. Remove chicken and keep warm. , In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; gradually stir into pan juices. Stir in the lemon zest, dill, salt, pepper and remaining broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Let rice mixture stand for 5 minutes; fluff with a fork. Serve chicken with rice. Top with dill sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 863mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

Jacob Blaugh
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This dish was just okay. The chicken was a bit dry and the lemon sauce was a bit too sweet. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Paing Thiha
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I made this dish for my husband and he loved it! He said it was the best lemon chicken he's ever had. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


AnGel Alish
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I'm not a very experienced cook, so I had to look up a lot of the terms and techniques. The dish turned out okay, but it wasn't worth all the effort.


Tote Sharafat
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This dish was a disappointment. The chicken was dry and the lemon sauce was too sour. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't turn out well. I won't be making this again.


Shayden Visagie
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was perfectly cooked and the lemon sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and easy meal. I will definitely be making this again.


Ssenkabala Raymond
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I love this recipe! The chicken is always so tender and flavorful, and the lemon sauce is delicious. I usually serve it over rice, but I've also tried it with pasta and it was just as good.


Munir Iqbal
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This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning. The chicken was also a bit dry. I'll try again with some modifications next time.


Boba Hubs
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always tender and juicy, and the lemon sauce is the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I highly recommend this recipe!


Suyed Ahmod
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This recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great! The chicken was very tender and the lemon sauce was delicious. I served it over rice and it was a perfect meal for a weeknight dinner.


Shabbir A J S
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the lemon chicken and rice, and I got several requests for the recipe. I'll definitely be making this dish again for future potlucks.


Bijay Pokharel
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This dish was a bit too sour for my taste, but my husband loved it! He said the chicken was very tender and the rice was cooked perfectly. I think next time I'll try using less lemon juice.


Damsel International
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon chicken, but this recipe changed my mind! The chicken was moist and juicy, and the lemon sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and sour. I served it over rice, and it was a delicious and easy meal.


Sabita Kandel
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This lemon chicken and rice dish was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I especially loved the lemon sauce, which was tangy and refreshing. I will definitely be making this dish again.