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SWEET & TANGY CHICKEN WITH RICE AND CALIFORNIA VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Sweet & Tangy Chicken with Rice and California Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Adam Leavens

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
1 small onion
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup ketchup
1/4 cup chunky salsa (I use medium)
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups white rice
3 cups water
1 (500 g) package Green Giant California-Style frozen vegetables
1/8 teaspoon rosemary
1/8 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
butter (optional) or margarine (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Place chicken in a rectangular oven-safe pan with sides.
  • If it’s a tight fit, they can be squished together Chop onion finely.
  • Combine in a small bowl in this order; chopped onion, brown sugar, ketchup, salsa, and spice.
  • Stir together and pour over chicken.
  • Bake in hot oven, uncovered.
  • Set timer for 30 minutes.
  • Combine rice and water in an oven-safe pot.
  • Cover and cook in hot oven beside chicken.
  • When the timer rings for the chicken, both are ready.
  • Rinse vegetables in a colander under cold water.
  • Place in a medium size microwave-safe pot or casserole dish with lid.
  • Microwave at high for 5 minutes, then let stand.
  • Add spices to vegetables.
  • Microwave at high for 2 additional minutes, just before serving.
  • Add butter only if necessary.

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES



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Mixed veggies, pesto and mozzarella make this 30-minute chicken skillet dish colorful, flavorful and delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables (broccoli, red peppers and carrots), thawed, drained
1/4 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Mozzarella Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook chicken in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 4 min. on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.
  • Add vegetables, pesto and water. Bring to boil. Cook on medium heat 6 to 8 min. or until chicken is done (165°F), stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle with cheese; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 min.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 30 g

CALIFORNIA CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES



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Make and share this California Chicken and Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jens Kitchen

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (1/4 lb) boneless skinless chicken breast half
3 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed, drained (broccoli, red peppers and carrots)
1/4 cup pesto sauce
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup shredded 2% mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • HEAT large skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat. Add chicken; cover. Cook 5 minute on each side or until lightly browned on both sides.
  • ADD vegetables, pesto and water. Bring to boil. Cook on medium heat 6 to 8 minute or until chicken is done (165°F), stirring occasionally.
  • SPRINKLE with cheese; cover. Remove from heat; let stand 5 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.9, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 154.2, Carbohydrate 22.9, Fiber 6.8, Protein 31.9

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