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Italian Chicken Jambalaya Recipe

Yields5 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time50 minsTotal Time1 hr

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Italian Chicken Jambalaya Recipe

 1 tsp olive oil
 1 red or green pepper, diced
 1 onion, diced
 3 garlic cloves, crushed
 1 tsp fennel seeds
 500 g chicken breast
 300 g brown rice (dry weight)
 400 g can of chopped tomatoes
 2 tbsp mixed herbs
 60 g sun-dried tomato
 700 ml stock
 Pinch of black pepper
 Fresh basil to serve
1

Heat a large pan on the hob on a medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the onions, garlic, peppers and fennel seed and gently fry for 5 Minutes

2

Add the chicken and cook for a few more minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.

3

Add the uncooked rice, chopped tomatoes, mixed herbs, stock, black pepper and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan and give everything a good mix through.

4

Reduce the heat down to low and simmer, uncovered for 30- 40 Minutes until the majority of the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is cooked though.

5

Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 serving

Servings 5

Amount Per Serving
Calories 382
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Total Carbohydrate 51g17%
Protein 31g62%

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