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Ersatz Jambalaya - One Pot Old Bay, Peppers, and Chicken Thigh Stew

A high protein, meal-prep friendly recipe. Loosely inspired by Creole jambalaya, with a simplified ingredients list.
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: Chicken, Freezer friendly, Stew
Servings: 5

Ingredients

  • 1 kg boneless skin on chicken thighs
  • 3 bell peppers
  • 1 large onion
  • 5 tsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp chicken bouillon concentrate
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp Old Bay
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Tabasco or to taste
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce or to taste

Instructions

  • Sear the chicken on both sides, and reserve. Meanwhile, dice all the vegetables.
  • Sweat the vegetables in the same pan.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients, together with the chicken, and just enough water to cover.
  • Start rice. Simmer the chicken until rice is done, or until tender.
  • Adjust seasoning, and serve.