This recipe adaptation was inspired by a recipe from @BudgetBytes. This a great recipe website. The author, Beth Moncel, writes in a fresh, clear, fun, informative style. Her recipes are always interesting and easy to make.
Also, I make miniature meals because as a single person, I don't need to make large meals. Plus, miniature meals reduces food waste.
As usual, I don't have all the ingredients. In this case, I was able to use several leftover items, so my measurements are a guess. Being frugal is a creative and adaptive process.
Microwave: Creamy Chicken and Vegetables
(Adapted from: https://www.budgetbytes.com/creamy-chicken-and-rice-skillet/)
Ingredients:
1 Cup Leftover Cooked rice
1/3 Cup Canned Salsa
2-3 Heaping TBspns Canned Mixed vegetables
1/3 Cup Cooked Chicken, diced
1/2 - 1 Cup Chicken broth (or use broth made from Chicken bouillon and water)
1 TBspn Crushed Dry Thyme
A few grinds of Black pepper
Plain yogurt
2-3 TBspns Mozzarella Cheese, grated (or use more if you desire)
Process:
In a medium bowl, add ingredients, except the yogurt and cheese.
Stir and mix thoroughly.
Because, at the moment, I only wanted to taste the end result, I scooped out about 3 TBspns of the mixture and placed them into a dessert bowl.
Then, I microwaved it for 1 minute on high until hot.
After removing the bowl, I stirred in 1-2 ounces of plain yogurt and added cheese on top.
Then, I microwaved the mixture, again, for about 30 seconds to melt the cheese.
While it may not be clear, I made a larger batch than a dessert bowl and only microwaved a portion to make a miniature meal.
I can't say enough about the herb Thyme, I should use it more, it really makes this dish heavenly.
