Chicken Creole Recipe: How to Make It

Ingredients

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1-1/2 pounds), cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup finely sliced celery
• 1/2 cup diced green pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 cup water
• 1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
• Dash cayenne pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon cold water
• Hot cooked rice, optional