Chicken and Peas Pilaf

Description

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 2 large onions, sliced
• 1½ cups uncooked rice
• 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 x 10-ounce package frozen green peas
• 2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken or turkey
• salt, ground black pepper and a pinch of saffron

Directions

1. Cook onions and rice in butter until onions are transparent.
2. Stir in broth, peas and chicken. Season with salt, pepper and saffron. Bring to a boil.
3. Stir once or twice. Lower heat to simmer. Cover; cook 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
4. Fluff lightly with fork.