Creole Fried Rice

12 ingredients
3 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons creole seasoning, divided
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 lb andouille sausages or 1/2 lb smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1/2 small onion, chopped
  • 1/2 small green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1 cup frozen sliced okra, thawed
  • 3 plum tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 green onions, sliced (green part only)

Directions

  1. 1
    Cook rice according to package directions, substituting chicken broth for water. Spread cooked rice in a thin layer on a baking sheet. Let cool 30 minutes or until completely cool.
  2. 2
    Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces, and toss with 1 teaspoons Creole seasoning.
  3. 3
    Cook chicken in hot oil in a large skillet over medium heat 3 minutes; add sausage, and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly browned. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in okra and remaining 1/2 teaspoons Creole seasoning. Increase heat to high; add rice, and cook, stirring constantly, 4 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Stir in tomatoes. Sprinkle with sliced green onions, and serve immediately.

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