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One Pot Chicken and Rice

One-Pot Chicken & Rice

Lunch/Supper Crediting for Ages 3-5

Total Time

60 minutes

Serving Size

1/2 cup

Servings

8

recipe component - meat grain

Components

Meats/Meat Alternates, Grains

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken thighs, diced
  • 1/2 cup onion, diced
  • 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp cooking oil

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Cook the onions until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  3. Add the chicken and cook until done, about 7 minutes.
  4. Stir in the rice, then add the broth and seasoning.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cover, simmering for 45–50 minutes or until the rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the cheese.
  7. Let it sit uncovered for 5 minutes to thicken.

1/2 cup provides 1½ oz eq. meats/meat alternates and ½ oz eq. grains

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