prep time
10 min

cook time
20 min

servings
4

WHAT YOU'LL NEED


Minute Rice^® Instant White Rice
1 cup (250 mL)
1 tsp (5 mL)		vegetable oil
½ lb (250 g)		boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 tbsp (15 mL)		dried Italian seasoning
4 cups (1 L)		chicken broth
2 cups (500 mL)		assorted chopped vegetables (such as carrots, celery, broccoli and red pepper)
2 tbsp (30 mL)		chopped fresh parsley

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Heat oil in a large saucepan set over medium-high heat. Add chicken and Italian seasoning; cook for 5 minutes or until browned

Step 2: Add broth and vegetables. Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce the heat to a low. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in rice. Cover and simmer for an additional 5 minutes

Step 3: Remove from heat. Let it stand covered for 5 minutes. Stir in parsley

This hearty soup is a meal in a bowl.

Substitution:
Use 2 cups (500 mL) thawed, frozen mixed vegetables instead of the fresh vegetables.

Watch the salt:
Use sodium-reduced chicken broth instead of regular.