Experience the positively delicious flavors of Florida Chicken and Rice with Vegetables, where tender, seasoned chicken meets aromatic rice and a colorful array of fresh Florida vegetables. This hearty dish is a symphony of textures and tastes, perfectly capturing the essence of wholesome, homestyle cooking with a sunny Florida twist. It’s a comforting, nourishing meal that’s sure to satisfy.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 Florida chicken breasts (or 4 thighs), cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 Florida tomato, diced small
- 1 Florida zucchini, diced small
- 1 Florida squash, diced small
- 10 Florida mushrooms, sliced thin
- 2 Florida bell peppers, sliced thin
- 1 carrot, diced small
- 1/2 sweet onion, diced small
- 2 cups long-grain rice (brown or white)
- 4 1/4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, roughly chopped
- Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat a large pot or pan over medium heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Saute the chicken for about 5 minutes, then add onion and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Next, add rice and stir for 1 minute. Add in vegetable broth and 1 tablespoon of butter; stir and cover for 15 minutes. Uncover and add all remaining vegetables, cover and finish cooking for about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, serve warm.
Fresh tip: Increase cooking time by 10 to 15 minutes if using brown rice.
Source: Fresh from Florida, followfreshfromflorida.com
