Baked Chicken Flavoured Rice With Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients for Baked Chicken Flavoured Rice With Meatballs

• 2 tablespoons butter
• Onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Converted White Rice
• Chicken Broth
• Fresh Ground Black Pepper
• Salt
• 1 cup cooked meatballs

How to Make Baked Chicken Flavoured Rice With Meatballs

1. Grease a large, oven-proof pot with 1 tablespoon of butter.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in the pot over medium heat.
3. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened.
4. Add 1 ½ cups Uncle Ben's Converted White Rice and stir for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add 1 ½ cups chicken broth and 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast.
6. Mix well with a wooden spoon and bring to a boil.
7. Cover the pot with an oven-safe lid and simmer on the stovetop for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Place the covered pot in the preheated oven and bake for 33-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
10. Remove from oven and stir in 1 cup cooked meatballs.
11. Mix well and serve immediately. Add frozen peas (optional) during the last 5 minutes of baking.
12. Serve with a fresh salad.