Our Chicken Pilaf Mix is a classic combination of long grain rice, toasted orzo pasta, natural chicken flavors and a delicate blend of herbs and seasonings.
Near East® Chicken Pilaf Mix is Kosher Certified *OU-MEAT*.
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Ingredients
PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, ORZO (MACARONI PRODUCT MADE WITH DURUM WHEAT FLOUR AND WHEAT FLOUR), AUTOLYZED YEAST EXTRACT, SALT, RED BELL PEPPER*, SUGAR, ONIONS*, PARSLEY*, NATURAL FLAVOR, GARLIC*, SOY SAUCE (SOYBEANS, WHEAT, SALT), TURMERIC SPICE WHICH IMPARTS COLOR. *DRIED. CONTAINS WHEAT AND SOY INGREDIENTS.
In medium saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil just to a boil.
Stir in rice and contents of Spice Sack. Return to a boil.
Cover; reduce heat to low. Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.
Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving.
Makes 3 cups
Microwave Directions
In round 2-quart microwaveable glass casserole, combine rice, contents of Spice Sack, 2-1/4 cups water and 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil.
Cover, microwave at HIGH 21 to 24 minutes or until most of water is absorbed.*
Let stand about 5 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
Fluff pilaf lightly with fork before serving.
* Microwave ovens may vary. Adjust time as needed.
Alternate Directions
Follow the above preparation directions, except omit butter or olive oil and add additional 3 tablespoons water. (For information about Sodium and other Nutrients, see the Ingredient and Nutrition Information listed with this product.)
High Altitude Preparation
At high altitudes, increase water to 2-3/4 cups and cook time to 33 to 38 minutes.
