Chicken and Brown Rice Pilaf
Made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice, this Chicken and Rice Pilaf is a satisfying, delicious dish that’s ready in less than 30 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups Minute® Brown Rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
A perfect weeknight meal, this hearty and satisfying combination of brown rice, chicken, mushrooms and peas is ready in less than 30 minutes.
Step 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to skillet, and cover. Cook for 4 minutes on each side, or until chicken is cooked through (165°F).
Step 2
Remove chicken from skillet. Add rice and chicken broth to skillet, and bring to a boil.Step 3Stir in mushrooms, onions and peas. Return chicken to skillet, and cover.Step 4Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.Recipe Tips
For a simple side, serve this dish with a mixed green salad.
For even faster prep, substitute 1 package (1 lb) of grilled chicken breast strips for the uncooked chicken called for in the recipe and omit the canola oil. Skip Step 1, then continue with the remaining steps of the recipe.
Pilaf Made Easy
One-skillet meals are some of our favorites. They’re typically simple, quick and tasty, and make for quick clean-up! If your busy day has got you scrambling for a one-skillet recipe to serve your family tonight, we’ve got you covered. Try this deliciously simple Chicken and Brown Rice Pilaf. Made with Minute® Instant Brown Rice, savory chicken, mushrooms, peas and onions, it’s a quick and hassle-free meal that your family will love.
Say goodbye to mealtime stress with this and our other delicious, quick and easy recipes. Next, try our Microwave Egg Fried Rice or our 15-Minute Chicken and Rice Dinner. For a no-fuss weekday meal, try our Cheesy Chicken and Rice Recipe with Broccoli.
