Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 lb smoked kielbasa, sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown the chicken over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the kielbasa, onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the tomato sauce, chicken broth, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Stir in the sour cream, if desired. Serve hot.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of recipe):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Comforting and hearty
- Perfect for a cold winter night
- Ideal for serving with bread or rice
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The flavors are amazing." - Sarah
- "This dish is so easy to make and it's perfect for a busy weeknight." - John
- "I loved the subtle smoky flavor from the kielbasa." - Mary
- "This dish is a great way to warm up on a cold day." - Tom
- "I served this with some crusty bread and it was the perfect meal." - Susan
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have smoked kielbasa, you can substitute regular kielbasa.
- You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as carrots, celery, or zucchini.
- If you want a spicier dish, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper.