20-Minute Basil, Chicken & Tomato Rice

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Description

Fresh basil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese give this delectable dish a slight Italian accent. With chicken for protein and our flavor-infused rice for even more deliciousness, get ready for awarm and filling meal your family will love.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into strips
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup sliced red pepper (1/4-inch x 1 1/2 inch)
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup UNCLE BEN’S® Flavor Infusions Chicken & Herb Rice
  • ½ cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves
  • ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken strips and cook until they are just done (4 to 6 minutes).
  3. Add onion
  4. red pepper slices
  5. and fresh garlic.
  6. Continue cooking
  7. stirring occasionally
  8. until vegetables barely tender (4 to 5 minutes).
  9. Add water
  10. tomatoes
  11. and rice.
  12. Cover pan and continue cooking until mixture just comes to a boil.
  13. Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking until rice is tender or liquid is absorbed (about 10 minutes).
  14. Remove cover; stir in basil leaves and Parmesan cheese. Refrigerate leftovers.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 21 mins

Total Time: 31 mins

Servings: 4

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