Easy Chicken Creole

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and flavorful Louisiana-inspired dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, savory tomato-pepper sauce.
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This Easy Chicken Creole is a comforting, old-fashioned favorite that brings the bold flavors of New Orleans to your dinner table in under 40 minutes. The dish relies on the classic “holy trinity” of Creole cooking, utilizing onions, garlic, and bell peppers sautéed until soft and sweet. A roux made from flour and oil thickens the base, which is then enriched with tomato paste, savory chicken broth, and a hint of Tabasco for that signature Creole kick. The result is a deeply flavorful, slightly spicy sauce that coats tender cubes of cooked chicken perfectly. ItâÂÂs an excellent choice for weeknight meals when you crave something hearty and aromatic without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it spooned over fluffy white rice for a complete, satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug.

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Easy Chicken Creole

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 376.3

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This Easy Chicken Creole is a comforting, old-fashioned favorite that brings the bold flavors of New Orleans to your dinner table in under 40 minutes. The dish relies on the classic "holy trinity" of Creole cooking, utilizing onions, garlic, and bell peppers saut&# 195;©ed until soft and sweet. A roux made from flour and oil thickens the base, which is then enriched with tomato paste, savory chicken broth, and a hint of Tabasco for that signature Creole kick. The result is a deeply flavorful, slightly spicy sauce that coats tender cubes of cooked chicken perfectly. ItâÂÂs an excellent choice for weeknight meals when you crave something hearty and aromatic without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it spooned over fluffy white rice for a complete, satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, diced green bell pepper, and crushed garlic to the skillet.
  3. Sauté vegetables, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously until the mixture begins to brown slightly, forming a roux.
  5. Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for another minute to deepen the flavor.
  6. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, salt, sugar, and Tabasco sauce until smooth.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until it thickens into a gravy-like consistency.
  8. Reduce heat to low and stir in the cooked, cubed chicken and black pepper.
  9. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes, allowing the chicken to heat through and absorb the flavors.
  10. Serve hot, spooned generously over cooked white rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 376.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16.3g26%
Saturated Fat 4.5g23%
Cholesterol 120.2mg41%
Sodium 113.4mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 11.8g4%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g5%
Sugars 2.9g
Protein 37.9g76%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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