BEAN AND CHICKEN PILAF

BEAN AND CHICKEN PILAF

Ingredients

Instructions

 
– 4 each chicken thighs, diced
– 1/4 tsp (1 mL) cayenne pepper
– 3/4 tsp (4 mL) smoked paprika
– 2 tsp (10 mL) salt
– 1/2 tsp (2 mL) black pepper
– 2 tbsp (30 mL) vegetable oil
– 1 each onion, chopped
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) diced tomatoes, canned, drained
– 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 2 each bay leaves
– 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) rice
– 2 1/2 cups (625 mL) chicken broth
  1. Place chicken in small bowl and season with cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
  3. Add chicken and cook until browned.
  4. Add onions and garlic. Cook until onions have softened.
  5. Stir in tomatoes and beans along with bay leaves.
  6. Stir well to coat and add rice and chicken broth to the pot.
  7. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.

Chef’s Tips

– This is a great recipe to clean out the fridge. Add any leftover veggies, meat or beans to the pot.
– Great filling for homemade burritos!
 

Read the full recipe here: BEAN AND CHICKEN PILAF