CHICKEN AND CHORIZO (LEFTOVERS IN TASTY DISGUISE)

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From the *Best Ever Chicken* cookbook edited by Linda Fraser & per the intro -- "The perfect way to use up leftover cold meats, this spicy dish is a fast & fortifying meal for a hungry family." A cook's note attached to the recipe further states "You can also add cooked ham (or pork), smoked cod (or haddock) & fresh shellfish to this dish." (10-15 min time was allowed for ingredient prep. Cooking time includes 5 min standing prior to serving). *Enjoy* !

Provided by twissis

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 33m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion (chopped)
1 celery rib (chopped)
1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
2 cups rice (long-grain, uncooked)
4 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon tomatoes (pureed, see note following prep)
3 -4 drops Tabasco sauce
8 ounces chicken (cooked & sliced in bite-size pieces)
4 ounces chorizo sausage (cooked & sliced thinly, may sub sausage of choice)
3 ounces frozen peas

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a lrg saucepan. Add onion, celery + red bell pepper & cook to soften, but do not allow to caramelize.
  • Add rice, chicken stock, tomato puree & Tobasco sauce. Simmer for 10 min, uncovered.
  • Stir in chicken, sausage + peas & simmer for a further 5 minutes. Turn off heat, cover & allow to stand for 5 min b4 serving.
  • NOTE: For the sake of an easy + fast prep & because only 1 tbsp of tomato puree is used in the recipe, I will likely sub chili sauce & you can feel free to sub your own choice as desired.

Masudrana taskin
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This is my new favorite way to cook chicken and chorizo.


Sham Moon
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I love the way the chorizo adds a smoky flavor to this dish.


Sahil Latif
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Chicken Choy
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Precious Munic
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This dish is so versatile. I've made it with chicken, chorizo, and shrimp, and it's always delicious.


Sadeem Ali
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I made this recipe for my friends and they all loved it! It's definitely a keeper.


jake sellers
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This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ibad Usafxai
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I'm not a big fan of chicken, but I loved this dish! The chorizo and the sauce were amazing.


Sahir ali Sahir ali
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken and chorizo. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


UGOCHUKWU NDUBUISI
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I made this for dinner last night and it was delicious! The chicken was tender and juicy, and the chorizo added a nice kick.


bobitashen 114
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This dish was easy to make and packed with flavor. I especially liked the addition of the chorizo, which gave it a nice smoky flavor.


Nayab Shah
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Absolutely loved this recipe! The chicken and chorizo were cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I served it with rice and it was a hit with the whole family.