Chicken Pilaf Saute Recipe
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Chicken Pilaf Saute

By: Dorothy Schmidt 
"I like to see how much I can 'dress up' leftovers as an exciting new meal. Here's a flavorful combination that I often serve guests when I'm short on time."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (6)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cubed, cooked chicken
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 3 chicken bouillon cubes
  • 2 1/2 cups boiling water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Directions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, saute chicken, rice and onion in butter for 10 minutes. Dissolve bouillon in water. Add salt, thyme and pepper; stir to mix. Pour into skillet; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and almonds. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 30, 2009 by KMckaig   view full review
I used leftover cooked wild rice, added chopped fresh garlic to the saute, and used fresh...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 28, 2009 by RANDIKUNZ   view full review
I added a little cumin to add a little smoke taste
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 16, 2011 by Pam-3BoysMama Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I really enjoyed this. I used fresh thyme, but my tomatoes are kaput, so I used a can of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 25, 2011 by foodanne   view full review
This looked like a great starting point, and it was!! I'm trying to watch (a little bit!) my...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2011 by kellieann Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was delicious, but it makes way more than 2 servings. I only used two chicken bouillon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2010 by Mikele   view full review
Great with leftover BBQ chicken meat!!

 

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