Savor the flavors of the deep south with this easy-to-make dish teeming with seasoned chicken and hearty vegetables over an aromatic blend of basmati and wild rice. Perfect for a family dinner, it's all cooked in under half an hour, making your busy weeknights a little less hectic.
Pour the chicken broth into a medium-sized pot and bring to a boil. Then, add the wild and basmati rice. Stir, cover with a lid and reduce heat to low.
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Let the rice simmer for 20 minutes, then turn off the heat and let it steam for another 20 minutes.
CHICKEN
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While the rice is cooking, heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
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In a small bowl, mix together the cajun seasoning, creole seasoning, brown sugar, sweet paprika, pepper, cayenne, and thyme.
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Add the cut chicken to the skillet and sprinkle the mixed spices over it. Stir well to evenly coat the chicken.
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Let the chicken sear for about 3 minutes without stirring, then pour in the soy sauce and continue cooking until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
VEGGIES
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In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and toss in the chopped bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Stir fry for 5-10 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
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Add the cooked chicken and diced tomatoes to the skillet, and stir until the liquid from the tomatoes has evaporated slightly.
FINISH
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Combine the cooked rice with the chicken and vegetable mixture. Stir well to combine and remove from heat.
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Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.