Being gluten free means cutting out a wide variety of grains and other items that include gluten in their makeup. This includes wheat, barley, rye, and other grains. Gluten is also in many processed and packaged foods. For those that are gluten free, some of the food staples that are off the table are regular bread, rolls, and cake. But there are many foods that are naturally gluten free and can be used to make delicious meals such as quinoa, leafy greens, sweet potato, and many types of fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables. Going gluten free can be a very healthy lifestyle change. It has many potential health benefits, including reducing inflammation, improving gut health, and aiding in weight loss. All of this combined means that a gluten free diet can potentially help to improve overall health and quality of life.

Try this as your next healthier meal option to serve up for you and your loved ones:

Ingredients

– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 1/4 cup gluten-free honey mustard
– 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
– 1 cup gluten-free long grain white rice
– 2 cups chicken stock
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
– 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables

Instructions

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place in a 9×13 inch baking dish.

3. In a small bowl, mix together honey mustard, coconut sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread the mustard mixture over the chicken breasts.

4. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice, chicken stock, garlic powder, and ground mustard, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.

5. When the rice is nearly finished cooking stir in the frozen vegetables and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

6. Spoon the rice and vegetable mixture over the chicken and spread evenly. Cover the dish with foil.

7. Bake covered for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

8. Serve and enjoy!