Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 poblano pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15-ounce) can chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty Level: 2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and poblano pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes more, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the cilantro and serve over rice or pasta.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 10 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Healthy and flavorful
- Easy to prepare
- Perfect for a crowd
User Comments:
- "This was the best Chicken Creole I've ever had! It was packed with flavor and so easy to make."
- "My family loved this dish. It was a great way to get them to eat more vegetables."
- "I made this for a party and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how delicious it was."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to overcook the chicken, or it will become tough.
- If you don't have a poblano pepper, you can substitute another type of mild green pepper.
- Serve with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes.