CHICKEN CONTINENTAL FOR FOUR

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Mushroom lovers rejoice! This moist chicken perfectly combines garlic and mushrooms into a flavorful entree. -Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

2/3 cup uncooked brown rice
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic-herb seasoning blend
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
6 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon capers, drained
3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons cold water

Steps:

Cook rice according to package directions. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons cornstarch and the seasoning blend; sprinkle over chicken on both sides., In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in oil. Remove and keep warm. Add mushrooms and onions to the pan; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add the vinegar, garlic and capers; cook and stir 2 minutes longer., Return chicken to the pan; carefully add the broth, bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°., Combine the remaining cornstarch with the water until smooth; stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaf. Serve chicken and mushrooms with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 265mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges