1 pkg (250 g) Tilda® Pure Basmati Rice Ready to Heat
1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
1 carton (1 L) chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 cup (250 mL) shredded cooked chicken
1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen peas
2 tbsp (30 mL) finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tbsp (15 mL) lemon juice
1 tsp (5 mL) lemon zest
Substitute frozen corn, green beans or broccoli florets for frozen peas if desired.