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Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya

Contributed By: jaynessa1
http://www.3fatchicks.com/cookbook/viewrecipe/531

Ingredients

1 package (7 ounces) wild pecan aromatic rice

2-1/2 to 3 cups Fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided

3/4 tsp. Salt

1/8 tsp. Black pepper

1/8 tsp. Ground red pepper

1/2 pound Boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

1 Large onion, chopped

2 cups Chopped red, yellow and green bell peppers

2 cloves Garlic, minced

1 Large ripe tomato, chopped

6 ounces Peeled and deveined medium shrimp

2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Preparation

Cook rice according to package directions, substituting 2 cups chicken broth for the water and omitting salt.

Meanwhile, combine salt, black pepper and red pepper in small bowl; sprinkle half over chicken. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken; cook without stirring 2 minutes or until golden. Turn chicken; cook 2 minutes more. Remove chicken; set aside.

Add onion and bell peppers to same skillet; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until onion is translucent. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in chicken, tomato, shrimp, remaining pepper mixture and 1/2 cup chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 5 minutes or until shrimp are opaque.

Stir in parsley and rice. Add additional chicken broth if needed to moisten rice. Cook 3 minutes longer or until liquid is absorbed and jambalaya is hot

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Chicken & Turkey
Shellfish
Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Number of Servings: 6
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 367
Total Fat: 5.5
Saturated Fat: 0.5
Carbohydrates: 50
Protein: 35
Sodium: 1031
Fiber: 3