Dissolve the margarine in a huge pot over medium warmth. Add the onion, carrots & celery to the pot and cook for 4-5 minutes or until mellowed.
Add the garlic to the pot and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the chicken, Italian flavoring, salt, pepper & chicken stock. Bring to a stew.
Cook for 10-15 minutes or until vegetables is delicate
Mix in the rice. Cook for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley, at that point serve.