Cajun Chicken and Shrimp

Bobtail's Note:

I have not tried this recipe, but am posting here for safe keeping and in the hopes someone on Zaar will try it and enjoy it. This was in a recent issue of Woman's Day magazine. My plan is to use red bell pepper and maybe add some red pepper flakes for some kick. I listed the chicken parts separately, but ideally the chicken should just equal 1 1/4 lb. If you try it, I hope you enjoy it!

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 2 chicken drumsticks
• 2 chicken thighs
• 1 onion , large
• 1 pepper , large, cut into thin strips
• 4 ounces sausage, andouille or 4 ounces other smoked sausage , slice 1/4 inch thick
• ½ cup celery , sliced
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup rice , uncooked
• ¼ teaspoon cajun seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon thyme , dried
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces shrimp , large, raw, peeled
• 1 cup okra , frozen

Directions:

1. Use a large non-stick skillet, spray with nonstick spray.
2. Heat over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken and cook 5 minutes or until browned, turning once.
4. Add sausage, onion, pepper and celery, saute for 3 minutes or until sausage is browned.
5. Stir in water, rice and seasonings, bring to a boil.
6. Cover and simmer 15 minutes, until chicken and rice are almost tender.
7. Stir in shrimp and okra, cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring 1-2 times, until rice and okra are tender.
8. Serve with your favorite hot sauce.