Vegetable Rice Skillet Recipes

VEGETABLE-RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• In 10-inch skillet, heat broth and butter to boiling. Stir in vegetables, rice and contents of seasoning packet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat.
• Cover and simmer 5 to 6 minutes or until vegetables and rice are tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

RICE WITH VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a large sauce pan over medium heat.
• Once hot, add the rice and cook, stirring often, until the edges are turning golden.
• Stir in the frozen vegetables and garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
• Add the chicken stock, salt, and pepper to the pot and stir to combine. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes over medium low heat.
• Turn off the heat and let the pan set, covered, for 10 minutes.
• Remove the lid from the pan and fluff rice with a fork.
• Stir in the butter and parsley and serve.

QUICK ONE POT VEGETABLE RICE

Steps:

• If using basmati or Asian rice it's best to wash and soak for 30 mins before cooking. Drain and set aside. Pro tip - soaking the rice makes for even cooking as well as makes it light and fluffy.
• In a skillet, saute' onions, garlic, and ginger in oil for about 2 minutes until translucent.Pro tip - Use a wide skillet for cooking rice to ensure even cooking.
• Add cinnamon, bay leaves, carrots, peas, and green beans - saute a minute more.Pro tip - we want the veggies to coat with the oil. If using frozen veggies do not cook for too long.
• Next, add the rice and cook on medium heat for two minutes so the rice is well coated with the oil.Pro tip- sauteing the rice will coat every grain with oil and lightly toast it. This makes very fluffy rice.
• Add stock, fresh herbs - and stir well. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to a low simmer and cover with a lid.
• Cook on low for 15 minutes undisturbed. After 15 minutes - switch the heat off and let the rice rest for 10 minutes.Pro tip - the rice will continue to cook in the residue heat making it just right.
• When ready to serve - fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with more fresh herbs. I like to serve it on its own with raita (recipe below) or along with the main course.

GARLIC CHICKEN, VEGETABLE AND RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Spray a 12-inch skillet with the cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Add the chicken and garlic and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is well browned on both sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet.
• Stir the broth, rice and vegetables in the skillet and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15 minutes. Stir in the cheese.
• Return the chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle the chicken with the paprika. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.

20-MINUTE VEGETABLE BEEF AND RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Brown meat with onions in large skillet; drain.
• Add tomatoes, broth and frozen vegetables; stir. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally.
• Stir in rice and cheese; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min.

RAINBOW VEGETABLE SKILLET

Steps:

• Cut squash in half; discard seeds. Place cut side down in a microwave-safe dish; add 1/2 in. water. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 10-12 minutes or until almost tender., Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, chili powder, cilantro, salt, pepper and cinnamon; set aside. When squash is cool enough to handle, peel and discard rind. Cut flesh into 1/2-in. pieces. , In a large skillet, saute peppers and onion in oil until tender. Add tomatoes and squash; heat through. Transfer to a large bowl; add butter mixture and toss to coat.

VEGETABLE RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Saute onion in butter until translucent. Add carrots; cook 5 minutes longer. Stir in the cauliflower, broccoli, rice, and garlic. Add broth; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender. Remove from heat; stir in the cheese, parsley, salt, and pepper.