Chicken and Rice

A quick and easy recipe that I got from my sister-in-law, who was born & raised on Puerto Rico. It is modified a smidgeon, but not much. This is a good way to stretch one's dollars and still have a filling & nutritious meal.

1 pound cubed chicken

2 cups rice

2 stalks of chopped celery

2 sliced carrots

1/2 chopped onion

4 cups of chicken broth

2 packets of Sazon (Tropical flavor)

2 tbs butter or oil

salt & pepper to taste

1. Heat the oil in a large pot and add the chicken. Brown it on all sides.
2. When browned, add the celery, carrots, and onion. Saute lightly until onions are translucent. 
3. Add rice and quickly stir fry for a minute or two, mixing well.
4. Add the broth, deglazing the pan. 
5. Add the Sazon seasoning. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and cook about 20 minutes or until the rice is done.
6. Adjust seasonings, adding salt & pepper to taste.