Chicken & Rice Skillet

Directions

Sprinkle the chicken with ¼ teaspoon each of the salt and black pepper.

In a 12 inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil over moderate heat.

Add the chicken breasts and, if desired, the sausage and sauté stirring frequently, for 5 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Transfer to a plate.

Add the onion and red pepper to the skillet, sprinkle with the sauté, stirring for 5 minutes or until softened.

Add the garlic and rice and sauté stirring for 1 minute.

Add the stock, tomatoes, cumin and thyme and bring to a boil over high heat.

Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.

Add the peas, chicken, sausage and olives, if using to the skillet and mix well.

Simmer for 5 minutes or until the peas are tender and the chicken and sausage are heated through.

Serve with a green salad.