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Easy Chicken and Rice
1 c uncooked brown rice 2 c water 1/2 t or less salt 1 T parsley flakes 3-lb whole frying chicken (or boneless skinless chicken breasts) 1/2 t or less salt Dash of pepper
1/2 c chopped onion, optional 1/2 c raisins, optional 1/2 c chopped pecans, optional
1/2 lb mushrooms, sliced, optional 1 c unsweetened pineapple, optional 1/4 c chopped green pepper, optional 1/2 c chopped celery, optional
Combine rice, water, 1/2 t. salt, butter and parsley. Mix well. Bring to a boil. Rinse chicken inside and out and pat dry. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place over rice; reduce heat. Simmer; tightly covered, for 45 to 60 minutes or until water is absorbed and chicken is tender. For a fancier meal, saute any or all of the optional ingredients and add to rice before seasoning.
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