Chicken Creole

Creole cuisine is a unique type of cuisine in the US that has its origins in the American south. This cuisine is basically a combination of different cuisines. French cuisine has the strongest influence on creole food with a touch of Spanish, German, Italian, and even with some Caribbean touches in some dishes. Chicken Creole is just a sample of the diversity and tastiness in this type of cuisine.

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients:

• 4 – 5 pound chicken
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped green pepper
• pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 2 1/2 cup fresh or canned tomatoes
• 1/4 cup fat, chicken fat may be used

Directions:

• Cut chicken into serving pieces.
• Roll in mixture of the flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
• Brown in melted fat.
• Add onion; cook 2 to 3 minutes.
• Add the water, cover, and simmer about 1 hour or until almost tender, adding more water if necessary.
• Stir occasionally to keep from sticking.
• Add green pepper and tomatoes.
• Simmer about 30 minutes longer.
• Serve on seasoned hot noodles or rice.