"I like food with a little zip to it, and this Creole chicken recipe fits the bill. It's especially good served over rice. —Dolly Hall, Wheelwright, Kentucky..."
INGREDIENTS
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
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1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 cup finely chopped onion
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1/2 cup finely sliced celery
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1/2 cup diced green pepper
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
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1/2 cup water
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1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
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Dash cayenne pepper
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1 bay leaf
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2 teaspoons cornstarch
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1 tablespoon cold water
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Hot cooked rice, optional