Best 5 Continental Rice Recipes

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Continental rice is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is a flavorful and colorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. This article will provide you with the best recipe for cooking continental rice. We will discuss the ingredients you will need, the steps involved in making the dish, and some tips for making the perfect continental rice.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CONTINENTAL RICE



Continental Rice image

I love this dish! It's quick and doesn't require a lot of shopping for ingredients, plus it goes well with many entrees.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
1 package (9 ounces) frozen French-style green beans
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter for 2 minutes. Add the broth, beans, mushrooms, basil and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 2 minutes. Add rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 8 minutes or until broth is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 403mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHICKEN CONTINENTAL



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Chicken and mushrooms with rice. An easy to make classic.

Provided by Jenny

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Skillet

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 ½ cups water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 ½ cups instant rice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, brown the chicken and mushrooms in butter or margarine. Stir in the soup, water, parsley, salt and a dash of ground black pepper. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Stir in uncooked rice and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until liquid has been absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392.2 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 89.8 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 768.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

CONTINENTAL RICE



Continental Rice image

I love this dish! It's quick and doesn't require a lot of shopping for ingredients, plus it goes well with many entrees.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (9 ounce) package frozen French-style green beans
1 (4.5 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
½ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon pepper
1 ½ cups uncooked instant rice

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute garlic in butter for 2 minutes. Add the broth, beans, mushrooms, basil and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 2 minutes. Add rice; cover and remove from the heat. Let stand for 8 minutes or until broth is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.9 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 4.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 410.7 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHICKEN CONTINENTAL



Chicken Continental image

Here's FABULOUS chicken and rice dish that is super easy. My family has requested this repeatedly for many years. I had misplaced the recipe, but I found it on the web today!! I am thrilled to share it with you. You're gonna luv it for sure!!

Provided by Pepina Rae

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 lb) chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 1/3 cups flour
1/4 cup butter
2 1/2 tablespoons onion flakes
1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
1/8 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon salt
pepper
10 1/2 ounces cream of chicken soup (1 can)
1 1/2 cups Minute Rice
1 1/3 cups water

Steps:

  • Roll chicken pieces in flour.
  • Brown in skillet in butter.
  • Remove chicken from pan.
  • Stir in soup, spices and water.
  • Spread rice in a shallow baking pan.
  • Pour all but 1/3 cup of liquid mixture over rice. Stir to mix.
  • Top with chicken.
  • Spoon remaining sauce on chicken.
  • Bake at 350 degrees covered for 30 minutes, remove foil and continue baking for another 15 minutes.

CONTINENTAL CHICKEN



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Chicken pieces with a light flour coating, simmered with mushroom and tomato juices and cooked with onion, garlic, soy sauce and olives. A bit of Europe, a tad of Asia and a dollop of the Middle East. That's Continental Chicken! Serve over a bed of hot cooked rice, if desired.

Provided by Bev. Loudin

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (16 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes, drained
⅓ cup soy sauce
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 onion, sliced
¼ cup pitted black olives

Steps:

  • Dredge chicken pieces in flour until well coated. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and brown coated chicken pieces slowly in hot oil.
  • Meanwhile, combine reserved mushroom liquid with the tomatoes, soy sauce and garlic in a large saucepan and stir together. Add browned chicken and onion and stir together; cover saucepan and simmer over low heat for 45 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Stir in mushrooms and olives and bring all to a boil; serve hot, coating with additional soy sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 708.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 204.3 mg, Fat 47.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 53.9 g, SaturatedFat 12.6 g, Sodium 1463.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

Tips for Cooking Continental Rice:

  • Use high-quality rice: Choose long-grain rice, such as basmati or jasmine, for best results. These varieties cook up light and fluffy, with a distinct flavor and aroma.
  • Rinse the rice before cooking: Rinsing the rice removes excess starch, preventing it from sticking together and making it easier to digest.
  • Use the right amount of water: The amount of water you use will depend on the type of rice you are cooking. As a general rule, use 1 1/2 cups of water for every cup of rice.
  • Bring the water to a boil, then reduce the heat: Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer until the rice is cooked through.
  • Let the rice rest before serving: After the rice is cooked, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the rice to absorb any remaining moisture and become light and fluffy.

Conclusion:

Continental rice is a versatile and flavorful side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of cuisines. By following these tips, you can cook perfect continental rice every time. Experiment with different seasonings and ingredients to create your own unique recipes. Enjoy!

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