Mardi Gras Creole Chicken Recipe

Name: Mardi Gras Creole Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. (6 oz.) pitted prunes, coarsely chopped; 1 c. hot chicken bouillon; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 3 lb. broiler-fryer chicken pieces; 1 1/2 c. chopped onions; 1 c. green pepper squares (about 1-inch); 1 large clove garlic, minced; 1 (15 or 16 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, broken up; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. basil; 1/4 tsp. each: pepper and thyme

Servings: persons

1 c. (6 oz.) pitted prunes, coarsely chopped
1 c. hot chicken bouillon
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
3 lb. broiler-fryer chicken pieces
1 1/2 c. chopped onions
1 c. green pepper squares (about 1-inch)
1 large clove garlic, minced
1 (15 or 16 oz.) can whole peeled tomatoes, broken up
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. basil
1/4 tsp. each: pepper and thyme

1
In small bowl, combine prunes and bouillon; set aside.
2
Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat.
3
Add chicken and brown 5 minutes on each side.
4
Transfer chicken to shallow baking dish. Drain all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet.
5
Add onions, green pepper and garlic.
6
Cook and stir 5 minutes.
7
Stir in tomatoes, salt, basil, pepper and thyme.
8
Simmer 10 minutes.
9
Pour tomato mixture over chicken.
10
Bake in 375u00b0 oven 25 minutes.
11
Pour prune mixture evenly over chicken.
12
Bake 15 minutes.

823

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. (6 oz.) pitted prunes, coarsely chopped, 1 c. hot chicken bouillon, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 3 lb. broiler-fryer chicken pieces, and more.

Yes, Mardi Gras Creole Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mardi Gras Creole Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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