1 whole chicken breast (or other parts of chicken) Remove from bone and cut in pieces. 2 tbsp. butter 1/2 c. onion, chopped 1/4 c. parsley, chopped 1 clove garlic, chopped 2 tsp. basil 1/2 tsp. rosemary, crumbled Salt and pepper 2 c. tomato sauce 1 1/2 c. uncooked rice 3 c. chicken broth Heat butter in large heavy skillet or Dutch oven. Add chicken, brown well. Add onions, garlic, parsley and saute about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce, basil, rosemary, salt and pepper and chicken broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, simmer covered until chicken is tender, about 20-30 minutes. Stir rice into sauce mixture. Simmer covered about 35 minutes. Stir occasionally to keep rice from sticking. Rice should be tender and liquid absorbed. Sprinkle with grated cheese. |