Mediterranean Chicken Pilaf
A flavorful and aromatic one-pot dish combining the rich flavors of the Mediterranean region with the simplicity of a chicken pilaf.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breast
- ●1 cup unique rice blend
- ●2 tablespoons olive oil
- ●1 medium silky eggplantcut into 1-inch pieces
- ●1 teaspoon pilaf seasoning
- ●to taste salt and pepper
- ●1/4 cup fresh parsleychopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add the chicken breast and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes per side.
- 3
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- 4
Add the eggplant to the skillet and cook until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Add the pilaf seasoning and stir to combine.
- 6
Add the unique rice blend to the skillet and stir to combine with the eggplant mixture.
- 7
Add 2 cups of water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- 9
Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the rice mixture.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.