INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons olive oil; more as needed
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6 - 8 bone-in, skinless chicken thighs, liberally seasoned with salt and
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pepper, then lightly dredged in flour
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1/2 to 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, cut in 2-inch pieces
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1 small onion, chopped
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1 medium green or red bell pepper, cut in 1/2-inch dice
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon sweet smoked Spanish paprika(optional)
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1/4 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
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1/2 cup peeled, fresh or canned crushed tomatoes
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1/2 cup dry white wine or beer (optional)
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1 bay leaf
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2 cups medium-grain rice
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2-1/4 cups chicken stock or water