Rice And Chick-Pea Chili
Ingredients2/3 cup Uncle Ben's Original Converted brand rice
1 can chick-peas - (15 oz) undrained
1 can diced tomatoes - (15 oz) undrained
1 can diced green chilies - (8 oz)
1 cup frozen corn
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
MethodIn medium saucepan, bring 1 3/4 cups water and rice to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients except cheese. Cook over low heat 10 minutes. Serve in bowls sprinkled with cheese.
This recipe yields 4 servings.
Exchanges Per Serving: 3 1/2 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 Fat.
Nutrition Facts: Calories 324; Calories from Fat 11%; Total Fat 4g; Saturated Fat 1g; Protein 13g; Carbohydrates 59g; Cholesterol 8mg; Sodium 1108mg; Dietary Fiber 8g.
Serving Suggestion: To round out the meal, serve this hearty chili with corn bread and fresh fruit.
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