Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

fryer chicken

small

1 stalk

celery

with leaves

1 unit

onion

halved

1 clove

garlic

2 cup

long grain rice

1 lb

smoked sausage

sliced into 1/2 inch pieces

1 lb

smoked ham

cubed

0.25 cup

butter

1 cup

yellow onion

chopped

0.75 cup

green bell pepper

chopped

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

2 clove

garlic

minced

6 unit

tomato paste

1 unit

bay leaf

large

0.25 tsp

thyme

2 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

0.25 tsp

Tabasco sauce

Step 1
~7 min

In a large pot, cover the chicken with water and add celery, onion, and garlic.

Step 2
~7 min

Bring to a boil and cook until chicken is tender, about 1 hour.

Step 3
~7 min

Remove chicken and reserve the stock.

Step 4
~7 min

Separate the meat from the bones and set the meat aside.

Step 5
~7 min

In 5 cups of the reserved stock, add the rice.

Step 6
~7 min

Cook rice until all the liquid is absorbed, approximately 25 minutes.

Step 7
~7 min

In a Dutch oven, fry the sausage and ham until lightly browned, about 3 to 5 minutes.

Step 8
~7 min

Remove the sausage and ham and set aside.

Step 9
~7 min

Add butter to the Dutch oven.

Step 10
~7 min

Sauté the chopped yellow onion, green bell pepper, and parsley until tender, about 3 minutes.

Step 11
~7 min

Add the cooked chicken, sausage, and ham to the vegetable mixture.

Step 12
~7 min

Stir in the minced garlic, tomato paste, bay leaf, thyme, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce.

Step 13
~7 min

Add the cooked rice and mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients.

Step 14
~7 min

Cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

Step 15
~7 min

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of Tabasco to your desired level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, use homemade chicken stock.

Serve with a side of cornbread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium-High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot.

Garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve with cornbread or crusty bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Louisiana, USA

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Cajun and Creole cuisine, often served at gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Family Gatherings
Holiday Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Party Food
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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