Chicken and Roasted Garlic Rice Primavera

Serves:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 to 5 oz. each)
• 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 package Rice-A-Roni® Savory Whole Grains Roasted Garlic Italiano
• 1 1/3 cups water
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup 1-inch asparagus pieces
• 1/2 cup 3/4-inch red bell pepper pieces
• 1/2 cup 1/4-inch-thick slices yellow squash, halved
• 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2-3 tablespoons shredded fresh basil leaves (optional)