stovetop essentials: spicy chicken & rice

Name: Stovetop Essentials: Spicy Chicken & Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ## PLAN/PURCHASE; 2 tablespoon(s) sweet butter, unsalted; 1/4 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 medium carrots, sliced; 2 clove(s) garlic, minced; 2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 tablespoon(s) dried parsley flakes; 1 teaspoon(s) cajun seasoning, i prefer tony chachere’s; 1 teaspoon(s) chili powder, i prefer mexene’s; 1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin; salt, kosher variety, to taste; black pepper, freshly ground, to taste; 1 1/2 cup(s) long-grained white rice, like jasmine; 3 1/4 cup(s) chicken stock, not broth; 1/2 cup(s) green peas, frozen is fine; ## OPTIONAL ITEMS; 1 tablespoon(s) tamari sauce, or liquid aminos, added when you add the chicken stock

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Andy Anderson !

Wichita, KS

Updated on Jul 1, 2019

I put together two skillets of this recipe, for a brunch on Sunday. Mostly threw it together from bit-and-bobs I had in the walk-in. Surprisingly, turned out rather good, and there were no leftovers… that is a really good sign :-) It has a nice spicy level of flavor that is not too hot for the Summer months, but just enough to give it a satisfying smack. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Stove Top

yield Several

Ingredients

PLAN/PURCHASE
2 tablespoons sweet butter, unsalted
1/4 medium yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning, i prefer tony chachere’s
1 teaspoon chili powder, i prefer mexene’s
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt, kosher variety, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
1 1/2 cups long-grained white rice, like jasmine
3 1/4 cups chicken stock, not broth
1/2 cup green peas, frozen is fine
OPTIONAL ITEMS
1 tablespoon tamari sauce, or liquid aminos, added when you add the chicken stock

How To Make stovetop essentials: spicy chicken & rice

Step 1

PREP/PREPARE

Step 2

Use good quality rice - no Minute Rice. If you use a cheap, or pre-cooked rice, you will not have a rice casserole, you will have rice mush...
Step 3

I vary the spices on this recipe according to the seasons. The spices, as listed, are perfect for a warm Summer’s Eve out by the pond. However, in the Autumn and Winter months, I kick up the spices; including adding a bit of cayenne.
Step 4

Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
Step 5

Add the butter to a large skillet, over medium heat.
Step 6

I do not have photos for the next few steps (my bad), so follow along with my wonderful description: Add the onion, and let it simmer in the melted butter until softened, not browned, about 2 – 3 minutes. Add the carrots, and stir for an additional 2 – 3 minutes. While the carrots and onions, are cooking, season with a bit of salt and pepper. Add the garlic and stir until fragrant, 30 - 60 seconds.
Step 7

A slight browning of the veggies is acceptable; however, do not let them get more than a light brown.
Step 8

Slightly reduce the heat, and add the chicken to the pan.
Step 9

Stir until most of the pink is gone from the chicken, about 3 – 5 minutes.
Step 10

Add all the dry spices, and the rice, and stir to combine.
Step 11

Add the chicken stock, and the peas, bring to the boil and then immediately reduce to a simmer.
Step 12

Cook, covered, until the rice is tender, about 18 – 20 minutes.
Step 13

Take the pan off heat, and allow to rest, covered, for 5 additional minutes.
Step 14

PLATE/PRESENT
Step 15

Serve while still warm with some nice crusty bread. Enjoy.
Step 16

Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
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