Rosemary and Parmesan Chicken and Rice

Barefoot Chardonnay is a wine that pairs well with this dish. Use it when cooking the rice to blend the flavors throughout the dinner.

Ingredients:
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast tenderloins
1 onion, chopped
1 sprig of rosemary, or 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
½ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon of oil
1 cup brown rice
1 cup white rice
3 cups of chicken broth
1 cup of white wine
½ cup of Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
½ cup of sour cream
1 small package of frozen green beans or asparagus (Or about ½ pound fresh.)
1 lemon

Preparation:
Cook the brown and white rice together in the wine and broth.
Heat the oil in skillet.
Cook the tenderloins and onions with the rosemary in the pan until the meat begins to brown.
When the rice is done, add it to the pan with the chicken.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and sour cream.
If using a fresh sprig of rosemary, take it out and set it aside.
Cook the green beans or asparagus in a small pan with a scant amount of water.
Sprinkle juice from ¼ of the lemon on top.
Serve the Parmesan Chicken and Rice with the asparagus or green beans on the side.

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Caribbean Chicken and Rice

Caribbean Chicken and Rice


Ingredients:
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs and legs
2 cups of water
1 tsp oregano
1 clove garlic, crushed
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or 1 Tbsp dried
1 onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, finely chopped
1 cup of rice
1 can of tomatoes
½ cup chopped cooked ham
1 package of frozen mixed vegetables
½ cup green olives with pimientos
1 Tbsp capers
1 tsp Tabasco sauce
Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:
Place the frozen vegetables on the counter to thaw while the chicken cooks.
Place the chicken in a pot with the broth and the oregano, cilantro, and garlic.
Cook for 20 minutes or until the chicken is well done.
Add the rice, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, and ham.
Cook another 20 minutes until the rice is done.
Stir in the frozen vegetables, olives, capers, and Tabasco sauce. Cover and keep over medium heat until the frozen vegetables are warmed through.
Serve in bowls. Garnish with shredded cheese if desired.