Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

boneless chicken

diced

0.75 lb

smoked sausage

sliced

1 cup

carrot

thinly sliced

1 cup

parsnip

thinly sliced

1 cup

bell pepper

chopped

1.5 cups

okra

thinly sliced

0.75 cup

onion

chopped

0.5 cup

uncooked rice

16 ounces

diced tomatoes

7 cups

chicken broth

1 tsp

crushed thyme

crushed

0.5 tsp

red pepper

1 tsp

salt

1 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~9 min

Dice chicken into 1/2 to 3/4-inch chunks.

Step 2
~9 min

Bring chicken broth to a full boil in a large kettle.

Step 3
~9 min

Add the diced chicken to the boiling broth.

Step 4
~9 min

Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~9 min

Add the sliced carrots, sliced parsnips, chopped bell pepper, sliced okra, chopped onion, uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, crushed thyme, red pepper, salt, and pepper.

Step 6
~9 min

Cook until the vegetables and rice are tender.

Step 7
~9 min

Serve and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of red pepper to your desired level of spiciness.

For a richer flavor, brown the chicken and sausage before adding them to the broth.

Serve with a side of cornbread or crusty bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread.

Serve with rice.

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 of Cajun and Creole cuisine, often associated with celebrations and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Mardi Gras
Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Casual gathering
Cold weather meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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