Italian Spiced Rice

Italian Spiced Rice
(Adaptation of Paella)

• 2 All Natural BL/SL Chicken Tenders
• 1 Small Turkey Sausage Patty, cooked as instructed on packaging
• 1/2 c Tomato Sauce, divided
• Italian Seasoning, to taste
  
• Mrs. Dash Original Seasoning, to taste
  
• 1/2 c Whole Grain Rice
• 1 c Water
• Olive Oil, used sparingly to coat skillet
  

1. Place a small amount of oil in a medium skillet over med- high heat. Once the oil has heated, swirl it around to coat the entire pan, and add the chicken tenders. Cook covered for 3-5 minutes on each side until both pieces are cooked through. Cut into small pieces (carefully while in the pan or remove and return to the pan).
   
2. Reduce your heat to medium, or even low-medium. Cook the turkey sausage as directed on the package. Dice and add to the chicken along with 1/4 c tomato sauce, Italian spices, and Mrs. Dash to taste.
3. Cover the chicken and turkey sausage mix and let simmer on low.
4. Combine the whole grain rice and water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until the water has absorbed.
5. Mix the rice in with your chicken and turkey sausage, along with an additional 1/4 c tomato sauce, seasonings and enjoy!
   

You could serve this festive dish alone, or accompanied by a whole wheat garlic bread.

Always remember, you can have fun, eat great, and stay healthy all at the same time! :)