Ingredients

2 lb chicken, cut up in serving sizes

1 green bell pepper, large, chopped

1 celery stalk, medium, about 7 to 8 inches long, chopped

2 bay leaves

1 tsp dried thyme

1 tsp dried basil

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp salt

1 tsp black pepper

½ tsp cayenne pepper

6 green onions, chopped

2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

16 oz dried tomatoes, (1 can)

6 oz tomato paste

1 lb ham, cooked, cut into 1-inch cubes

1 tsp hot pepper sauce, more or less depending on preference

½ lb Polish sausage, sliced diagonally

1 cup mashed potatoes, cooked, or white rice

Preparation

In a slow cooker, combine all the ingredients except for the sausage.

Cover and cook on Low for 5 hours.

Turn the slow cooker to High. Add the sausages.

Cover and cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the sausage is heated through.

Serve on top of rice or mashed potato and enjoy!

Tips on Making Chicken Creole

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