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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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With a canât-beat combo of scallops and bacon, this entree transforms special occasion food into tasty, everyday fare. Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups uncooked minute® white rice |
1-1/2 cups chicken broth |
1/2 pound thick-sliced bacon strips, chopped |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 medium zucchini, chopped |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1 pound sea scallops |
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved |
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning |
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme |
2 green onions, chopped |
Directions:
1. In an ungreased 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine rice and broth. Cover and microwave on high for 7-8 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp; remove to paper towels. Drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings.
3. Saute the onion, zucchini and garlic in drippings until tender. Add scallops; saute for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, seafood seasoning and thyme; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until scallops are firm and opaque. Fluff rice with a fork; serve with scallop mixture. Sprinkle with green onions and bacon. Yield: 4 servings.
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