SPANISH-STYLE CHICKEN and SAUSAGE

SPANISH-STYLE CHICKEN and SAUSAGE

3 T. olive oil
1-1/2 lbs. sweet Italian sausage, sliced
3 (8-oz.) boneless chicken breast, cubed
3 medium onions, chopped
3 medium bell peppers, chopped
6 cubes chicken bouillon
5 cups hot water
1-1/2 tsp. salt
1-1/2 tsp. ground thyme
¾ tsp. garlic powder
3 cups frozen green peas
4-1/2 cups instant rice
6 medium tomatoes, diced

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in sausage and brown well, about 5 minutes. Remove, and drain fat. Stir chicken, onion, and green pepper into skillet, and cook 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir bouillon cubes into hot water to dissolve. Stir in salt, thyme and garlic powder. Pour into skillet.

Stir peas into skillet and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium low, and simmer about 5 minutes. Stir in rice and tomatoes; cover, remove from heat, and let stand 5 minutes.

Yield: 18 servings.