Italian Chicken (or pork) Over Rice

4 small chicken breast halves

1 Tbsp. olive oil

8 oz. fresh mushrooms, quartered

1 medium green pepper, cut into thin strips

1 stalk celery, sliced

1 can diced tomatoes with Italian herbs

1 can tomato paste

1 cup water

Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper.. Brown chicken in hot oil in a large family sized skillet about 10 minutes, turn occasionally. Remove chicken. Cook and stir mushrooms, pepper, and celery in same skillet until tender. Stir in drained tomatoes, tomato paste, and water; return chicken to skillet. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer covered for 30-45 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve over hot rice.

*from the kitchen of Rachel C.