One Pot Tomato Basil Chicken Rice Recipe

מצרכים

• 600g skinless boneless chicken thighs or breasts cut into bite size pieces
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 400g rice, uncooked
• 1 litre hot water + 1 packet of Erin Chicken & Vegetable Simmer Soup
• ½ tsp dried basil
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 400g can of chopped tomatoes
• Salt & Pepper to taste
• Fresh Basil and Parmesan to serve

אופן ההכנה

1. Cooking Time - 30 minutes
2. Servings - 4 -6
3. In a large pan/flameproof casserole dish heat your olive oil over a medium heat.
4. Add the garlic and onion to the pan and cook for a few minutes.
5. Add chicken to the pan and cook until sealed; about 5 minutes.
6. Add the rice and stir together for about 30 seconds before adding in the simmer soup.
7. Stir in the dried basil, tomato paste and chopped tomatoes.
8. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a simmer, cover and leave to cook for 15 -20 minutes or until the liquid has been mostly absorbed and the rice is cooked to your liking.
9. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve topped with parmesan or hard cheese of choice and some fresh basil if desired.