CHICKEN PILAF SAUTE

Chicken Pilaf Saute image

I like to see how much I can "dress up" leftovers as an exciting new meal. Here's a flavorful combination that I often serve guests when I'm short on time.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/4 cup chopped onion
3 tablespoons butter
3 chicken bouillon cubes
2-1/2 cups boiling water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

In a skillet over medium heat, saute chicken, rice and onion in butter for 10 minutes. Dissolve bouillon in water. Add salt, thyme and pepper; stir to mix. Pour into skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and almonds. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 22g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 1285mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 28g protein.