HERBED CHICKEN AND RICE

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Marjoram, thyme, rosemary and sage make this main dish taste like Thanksgiving. Your family will love the crunchy surprise of chopped walnuts. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch strips
1 tablespoon butter
2 large carrots, shredded
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups hot water
1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage
2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

In a large skillet, saute chicken in butter for 3-4 minutes. Add the carrots and onion; saute until tender. , Add water and seasonings; bring to a boil. Stir in the rice. Cover and remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with walnuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 66mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein. Diabetic Exchanges