Goforth'S Chicken And Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. long grain rice (not Minute rice)
3 c. cold water
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 Tbsp. oil
1 stick margarine
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine rice and water in a heavy 2 to 3-quart cooking container.
Bring to hard boil in uncovered container.
Lower heat and cover with tight fitting lid.
Simmer for 20 minutes.
Do not remove lid or stir rice while cooking! While rice is cooking, heat oil in large skillet.
Cut chicken into short, thin strips and stir-fry in oil until done.
When rice is done, add chicken, margarine, salt and pepper, gently stirring to combine.
Serve with tossed salad and cantaloupe.
This is one of our family's favorite dishes.
Serves 6.