Meals Matter

Baked Louisiana Rice & Beans

Contributed By: sol5332
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A spicy & hearty one pot meal.

Ingredients

1 tbs Olive Oil

1 c. Chopped Green Bell Pepper

3/4 c. Finely chopped Red Onion

1/2 c. Finely chopped Celery

1/2 lb. Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs, cut into 1/2 in cubes

1 c. Uncooked Brown Rice

21/2 c Low-Sodium, Fat Free Chicken Broth

1/2 c. Sliced Green Onion

2 tsps Fresh Thyme

1 tsp Salt

1/2 tsp Black Pepper

1/4 Ground Red Pepper

2 cloves Garlic

1 15 oz. Can Red Kidney Beans, Drained

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350

2. Heat oil in a large Dutch Oven over Medium heat. Add bell pepper, celery, and red onion; cook 4 minutes until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally. Add chicken, cook 3 minutes until browned. Stir in rice, cook 30 seconds. Add broth & remaining ingredients; bring to a simmer. Cover and bake at 350 for 1 hour and 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed & rice is tender.

Cook's Notes

If you like it spicier...add Tabasco to taste in the last 15 minutes of cook time.

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Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: 15 to 30 minutes
Ingredients: Rice, Pasta & Bread
Actual Cooking Time: 1.5 hours
Number of Servings: 6
Origin: American
Special Features: Make Ahead
Meal Type: Entree

Nutrient Information

Calories: 250
Total Fat: 6.s g
Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.3 g.
Carbohydrates: 34.9 g
Protein: 13.5 g
Calcium: 42 mg
Sodium: 741 mg
Iron: 1.7 mg
Fiber: 4.8 g