Jazzy New Orleans Chicken


Tender rice, juicy chicken and lots of flavor from herbs and smoky sausage combined in an easy one-dish perfect for casual weekend entertaining.

Steps


In a bowl , dredge chicken in flour , turning to coat all sides.
In large sauce-pan , heat oil over medium heat: brown chicken , about 8 minutes per side.
Transfer to a plate.
In the same pan , cook sausage , garlic , onion , peppers , tomatoes , sugar , thyme , oregano , salt , allspice , and cayenne , stirring occasionally , for 10 minutes or until peppers are softened.
Stir in rice.
Add stock and bay leaves.
Nestle chicken into rice , bring to a boil.
Reduce heat , cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes , or until liquid is absorbed and juices run clear when chicken is pierced.
Remove bay leaves.
Serve sprinkled with parsley.
Garnish with lemon wedges.

Ingredients


chicken pieces, all-purpose flour, olive oil, spicy smoked sausage, garlic cloves, onion, bell peppers, plum tomatoes, brown sugar, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, ground allspice, cayenne pepper, long-grain white rice, chicken stock, bay leaves, fresh parsley, lemon