Ingredients
2
medium cloves garlic, peeled
1
large green bell pepper, cored, seeded and chopped
3
tbsp fresh Italian parsley, minced
4
oz extra-lean smoked ham, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
5
oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
1
can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1
can (8 oz) tomato sauce
3/4
cup brown rice, uncooked
1
1/2 lb medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped into bite-sized pieces
Directions
1.
Add oil to a large nonstick saucepan. Over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper and celery until onion is translucent. Add parsley, ham, chicken, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring often, 5 to 6 minutes. Add tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and 1 3/4 cups cold water. Gently simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Pour rice into the pan and stir well. Bring mixture to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, covered, 45 minutes or until rice is cooked and absorbs most of the liquid. Stir in shrimp and cook 5 minutes more. Remove bay leaf. Season to taste with cayenne pepper and salt.
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