Rice Pilaf is a delectable one-pot wonder boasting fluffy, toasted rice cooked with onions and frozen mixed vegetables in chicken stock. This flavorful and simple side dish is perfect alongside grilled chicken to baked fish.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 cups brown long grain rice
- 1/2 cup onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3.5 cups chicken stock – no salt added
- 1.5 cups frozen mixed vegetables (corn, carrots, green beans, peas)
- 1/2 cup pecans chopped
Servings: 1 cup
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Instructions
- Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
- In a small sauce pan over medium-high heat add the olive oil, rice, onion, and garlic. Stir around in the pan until the rice is toasted and onion is softened.
- Next, add the chicken stock and mixed vegetables to the pan. Bring this to a boil. Once at a boil then turn down to a low simmer and cover pan. Continue to cook for 30 minutes.
- After cooking for 30 minutes, turn off the heat and leave pan covered for an additional 15 minutes.
- Use a fork to fluff the rice. Stir in the pecans and serve.
Recipe Notes
Chicken Stock – No Salt Added may contain added sugars
1 cup serving of Rice Pilaf includes approximately 0.5 grams or 1% DV Added Sugars
