New orleans Jambalaya Recipe

Summary

Difficulty LevelEasyHealth IndexAverage
CuisineCourse
MethodHealthy

Ingredients

 2 tablespoons corn oil margarine
 Onion1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Scallions1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Green bell pepper1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Celery1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Garlic2 Clove (5gm), minced
 2 cups chicken broth, either homemade or canned
 Tomatoes1 1/2 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Parsley1/4 Cup (16 tbs), chopped
 Salt1/2 Teaspoon
 1/2 teaspoon fresh thyme or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
 Black pepper1/8 Teaspoon
 Cayenne pepper1/8 Teaspoon
 Bay leaves2
 Brown rice1 Cup (16 tbs), uncooked
 8 chicken breast halves, skinned and boned

Directions

In a stockpot heat margarine over medium heat.
Add onion, scallions, green pepper, celery and garlic.
Saute for 5 minutes.
Add broth, tomatoes, parsley, salt, thyme, black pepper, cayenne pepper and bay leaves; cover.
Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Add rice and chicken; cover.
Cook over medium-low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove bay leaves.
Serve hot.
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