California Rice Skillet

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 3 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut into large pieces
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 * 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
 * 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
 * 2 cups chicken broth
 * 1/4 cup sherry
 * 1/2 cup sliced green onions
 * 1/2 18-ounce package (2-1/2 cups) frozen California-style vegetables*, thawed
 * 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Directions
Brown chicken lightly in butter and oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add rice, salt, mustard, broth and sherry. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Add onions and vegetables; cover and continue to cook 5 minutes.

Remove from heat; stir 1/2 cup cheese into rice and sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top. Replace cover until cheese melts.