1 (2 1/2 or 3 lb.) fryer or broiler, cut up
2 to 3 tbsp. oil
3/4 c. long grain rice
1/2 c. chopped onion
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. poultry seasoning
8 oz. sliced mushrooms or canned
2 c. peeled carrots, biased sliced 1/2 inch thick
2 c. water
Paprika
Cherry tomatoes (optional)

In 10 inch skillet, brown chicken on all side sin hot oil. Remove from skillet. Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet. Add rice, onions, salt and poultry seasoning. Cook and stir until rice is lightly browned. Add mushrooms, carrots and water.

Place chicken on to of this mixture. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with paprika; cover and simmer 45 minutes or until chicken and rice are done. Garnish with halved cherry tomatoes, if desired.

"My favorite recipe."