Lemon Saffron Rice with Chicken

 If you are a lover of lemon, saffron and smokey paprika, this is a recipe for you. The flavors blend together perfectly to leave you with an unexpected crowd pleaser, this is a very easy recipe for weeknight meals.



1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil
1 Large Shallot - Minced
1 Red Bell Pepper - Diced
1 Teaspoon Minced Garlic
1 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
1 Cup of Basmati Rice
1/2 Cup of Water
1/2 Teaspoon of Dried Oregano
1/4 Teaspoon of Salt
1/4 Teaspoon of Saffron Threads
1/2 Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika
1/4 Teaspoon of Ground Black Pepper
1 - 14oz Can of Fat Free Chicken Broth
1 Cup of Frozen Pea's
2 1/2 Tablespoons of Fresh Lemon Juice



Sauté shallots and red pepper on olive oil.
Add garlic & diced chicken breast then sauté a minute more.
Add Rice, water, oregano, salt, pepper and chicken breast.
Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to a simmer & simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
Stir in the frozen pea's & lemon juice. Cover and let steam a minute more.



Makes 4 Small Servings.