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Chicken creole

Recipe Information

Description:
Chicken creole is a delicious Creole recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Chicken
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine Creole
Cook Method Stove Top
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1 teaspoon dried garlic

  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

  • 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced

  • Small onion, chopped

  • 1-2 celery stalks, chopped

  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped

  • 12 ounces chili sauce (about 1 cup)

  • 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice)

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

  • Cooked brown rice or whole wheat pasta

Directions

  • Cook the chicken over medium-high heat in a pan with the vegetable oil. The chicken should no longer be pink when cut.

  • Lower the heat to medium and add the tomatoes with juice, green pepper, celery, onion, garlic, chili sauce, basil, cayenne pepper, and salt.

  • Bring the mixture to a boil; then reduce the heat to low, and cover. Let simmer for 10-15 minutes.

  • Serve over hot rice or pasta.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 140 cal

  • Total fat: 4g

  • Saturated fat: <1g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: 0g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 0g

  • Cholesterol: 35mg

  • Sodium: 750mg

  • Potassium: 190mg

  • Carbohydrate: 15g

  • Fiber: 1g

  • Sugar: 9g

  • Protein: 13g