Mediterranean Skillet

Mediterranean Skillet

By The Kitchen of al fresco

"Mix up your dinner routine with this flavorful recipe that combines sweet and savory into your new favorite quick dinner recipe."

Mediterranean Skillet

Servings: 6
What you’ll need:

1 (12 ounce) package al fresco Sweet Apple Chicken Sausage, fully cooked, cut into 1/2" slices

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

1/3 cup scallions, fresh, chopped

3 dried apricots, finely chopped

2 cups Minute® Premium Rice

1/2 cup chicken broth, fat free, reduced sodium

1/4 teaspoon sage, ground

1 tablespoon parsley, fresh, chopped

1 cup yogurt, plain, nonfat Greek style

1/3 cup basil, fresh, chopped

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper, ground

1/4 cup almonds, roasted, slivered

2/3 cup grapes, red, seedless, quartered

Directions:
  • Cook rice according to package directions. In medium sauté pan, add oil and sauté scallions for 3 - 5 minutes. Add the sausage slices and apricots, sauté for 5 minutes. Add rice, broth, simmer 1 minute, then add the sage, and parsley. Cook for another 2 - 3 minutes.
  • Add yogurt and basil, and heat thoroughly 1 - 2 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Fold in grapes. Place in large bowl or serving dish and top with almonds. Serve either warm or cold.