Basil Chicken and Rice
With one pan and a few simple ingredients, this chicken and brown rice masterpiece comes together in just 30 minutes and can serve up to four!
Ingredients
- 1 bag Success® Brown Rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- salt
- pepper
- 24 frozen small pearl onions, thawed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 3 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves, divided
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
- 4 lime wedges
Instructions
Make this fast and easy 3-step Basil Chicken and Rice dish and enjoy the ultimate weeknight chicken dinner. Be sure to cook enough for the next day, as this chicken and rice dish also makes a great, on-the-go lunch. Trust us, this is one for the books!
Step 1
Prepare rice according to package directions.
Step 2
Allow chicken to come to room temperature, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown chicken for 5-6 minutes per side. Add onions, and broth. Simmer on low for 10 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165F, and onions are cooked through.
Step 4
Stir in 2 tablespoons of basil and parsley. Serve chicken mixture over rice. Garnish with fresh lime wedges, cucumbers, and additional basil.
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