Louisiana Chicken Recipe
chorizo, mushrooms, peppers, smoked tomato jack sauce, rice
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Ingredients
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Protein
Meat
Vegetables
Sauce
Grains
Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Dice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Slice the chorizo sausage into rounds. Chop the mushrooms, bell peppers, onion, and garlic.
- 2
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Cooking
- 3
Cook the Chicken and Chorizo
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken thighs and chorizo sausage. Season with paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- 4
- 5
Make the Sauce
Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat and add the smoked tomato jack cheese and heavy cream. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy.
- 6
Combine and Serve
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork. Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture over the rice, ensuring to spoon plenty of the smoked tomato jack sauce over the top. Sprinkle with dried thyme before serving.