NEW ORLEANS-STYLE CHICKEN

New Orleans-Style Chicken image

This hearty one-dish meal from Jason Bagley of Kennewick, Washington is loaded with tender chunks of chicken, colorful veggies , beans and rice. "This healthy dish is a favorite of mine," Jason notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2-3/4 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (8 ounces) red beans and rice mix
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese

Steps:

In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken in 1 teaspoon oil; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the carrots, mushrooms, onion and peppers in remaining oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add water; bring to a boil. Stir in the beans, rice mix and chicken; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender., Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 891mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 30g protein.