Dooky Chase Chicken Creole Recipe
Dooky Chase Chicken Creole is a classic Creole dish that is bursting with flavor and soulful goodness. This dish is a staple in Creole cuisine, known for its rich tomato-based sauce and tender chicken. It's a perfect meal to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.
Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hourIngredients:
- 4 chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions: How to Cook Dooky Chase Chicken Creole
- Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Dredge the chicken thighs in flour, shaking off any excess, and brown them in the hot oil until golden brown on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic, thyme, oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Return the chicken thighs to the pot, nestling them into the sauce.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for about 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and more cayenne if desired.
- Serve the Dooky Chase Chicken Creole over rice, garnished with chopped parsley.
