Friday, March 7, 2008

Casserole-Lemon Chicken and Rice

Try this nice chicken and rice casserole with a lemony flavor. This is a great meal to cook for the whole family.

Ingredients
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large carrot, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 Tbs. butter or margarine
2 Tbs. cornstarch
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can chicken broth
2 Tbs. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. salt, optional
1 1/2 C. uncooked instant rice
1 C. frozen peas

Directions
In a skillet, cook the first 4 ingredients in butter for 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink. In a bowl combine cornstarch, broth, lemon juice and salt if desired until smooth. Add to skillet and bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add rice and peas. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes.

Yield: 6 Servings.

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