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Maple-glazed Chicken With Cranberry Arugula Rice

Maple-glazed Chicken With Cranberry Arugula Rice

Teresa Ralston / USA Rice

Real maple syrup and dried cranberries bring the tastes of a traditional American Thanksgiving to the table, any time of the year.

ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup dried cranberries
2 cups grilled sliced chicken breast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups cooked medium or long grain brown rice
1 6-ounce package, about 5-6 cups, fresh baby arugula*
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

Instructions

1. Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup and cranberries; cook 1 minute.

2. Add chicken, salt and pepper. Cook 1 minute or until hot; remove chicken using slotted spoon.

3. Add rice and toss to coat; remove from heat.

4. Toss in arugula; spoon rice mixture onto platter. Top with chicken and cheese. Serve immediately.

 

Notes:
* Spinach may be substituted for arugula.

* Packaged refrigerated grilled chicken strips may be used. 

 

Teresa Ralston – "Rev Up Your Rice!" Recipe Contest Grand Prize & "Best Whole Grain Rice" Recipe. Courtesy of USA Rice Federation.

 

Nutrition Facts: Calories - 520, Total Fat - 17g, Cholesterol - 95mg, Sodium - 610mg, Total Carbohydrates - 63g, Dietary Fiber - 5g, Protein - 29g.

makes: 4 servings

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