Chicken Creole

Name: Chicken Creole
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 4 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 c. onion, finely chopped; 1/2 c. celery, finely diced; 1/2 c. green pepper, finely diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes; 1/2 c. water; 2 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 bay leaf (whole); 1 tsp. cornstarch; 1 Tbsp. cold water; Joe's Stuff (Creole seasoning)

17 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
4 Tbsp. olive oil
1 c. onion, finely chopped
1/2 c. celery, finely diced
1/2 c. green pepper, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 1/2 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes
1/2 c. water
2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 bay leaf (whole)
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 Tbsp. cold water
Joe's Stuff (Creole seasoning)

Directions

1

Wash chicken pieces; pat dry.
2

Toss pieces in salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in skillet; cook chicken in oil at medium-high heat for approximately 5 minutes, or until chicken is lightly browned, tossing frequently.
3

Remove chicken and juices; set aside.
4

Heat 3 tablespoons oil in the same skillet.
5

Add vegetables and garlic; saute until tender.
6

Stir in tomatoes and juice, breaking into smaller pieces.
7

Add 1/2 cup water and the seasonings; stir and bring to a boil.
8

Cover; simmer over medium-low heat for about 10 minutes.
9

Add chicken, juices and Joe's Stuff (to taste) to the sauce, stirring well.
10

Uncover; simmer over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, or until chicken is tender.
11

Makes 4 servings.