Categories: Chicken, Main Dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 lb chicken thigh, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 (6 ounce) package chicken rice-a-roni
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup apple juice
- 1 medium apple, chopped
- 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
Directions
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In a big skillet, cook the chicken in 1 tablespoon butter until juices run clear; remove and keep warm.
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Set seasoning packet from rice mix aside.
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In the same skillet, saute rice mix in remaining butter for 5 minutes or until golden brown.
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Add in water, broth, apple juice, apple mushrooms, onion, cranberries, and contents of rice seasoning packet; bring to a boil.
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Decrease heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
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Return chicken to the pan; heat through.