1largechicken breast or two small chicken thighschopped into bite-sized pieces
2tspcajun seasoningdivided
1Tbspolive oil
1smallonionpeeled and diced
1ripebell pepperdiced
1jalapenopepperdiced
1cuplong grain rice
1½cuplow sodium chicken stock
1canred beansdrained and rinsed
1canfire roasted diced tomatoeswith the juice
2Tbspfresh cilantrochopped
salt and freshly ground black pepperto taste
Instructions
Start by chopping your chicken into bite-sized pieces. Sprinkle the chicken pieces with 1 tsp of cajun seasoning.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and add the chicken. Sauté the chicken until browned, then transfer to the plate and set aside.
Add the onion and peppers to the skillet and sauté until softened.
Pour in the stock, rice, and remainder of cajun seasoning. Add the beans, tomatoes and chopped cilantro. Stir and add the chicken and salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and simmer until rice is tender, about 25 minutes. Most of the liquid will absorb as the rice cooks. If most the liquid is absorbed and the rice is still too chewy, add another splash or two of chicken stock and simmer for 5 more minutes.