CREOLE CHICKEN THIGHS

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Cajun seasoning adds loads of flavor and spice to this easy-to-assemble meal. The slow cooker does the work so you don't have to! -Matthew Laman, Hummelstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

1 can (16 ounces) red beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups uncooked converted rice (not instant)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
3-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
8 bone-in chicken thighs (about 3 pounds), skin removed
1 tablespoon canola oil

Steps:

In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients and 1-1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning., Sprinkle chicken with remaining Cajun seasoning. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; brown chicken, about 5 minutes per side. Place in slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low until a thermometer inserted in chicken reads at least 170°-175°, 4-5 hours (rice will be saucy).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 394 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 31g protein.