Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 chicken legs
  • 3 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 pound andouille sausage, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 4 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 pound white beans, soaked overnight
  • 2 quarts chicken stock
  • 3 sprigs thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 tablespoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Method

  • Set a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, and add the olive oil to the pan.
  • Season the chicken with 2 teaspoons of the Essence, 1 teaspoon of the salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper.
  • Place the chicken pieces in the pan and sear until well browned, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Turn over and sear on the second side for an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Remove the chicken pieces from the pan and set aside.
  • Place the sausage in the pan and cook until well caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the onions, peppers and celery to the pan and cook until soft, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and saute until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the beans, stock, fresh thyme and bay leaf and bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
  • Cook the beans for 1 hour.
  • Add the chicken back to the pan, and season with the remaining Essence, salt and pepper.
  • Continue to cook the beans until they are tender, and the chicken is cooked through, about 1 hour.
  • Stir in the chopped parsley and serve over steamed white rice.
  • Combine all ingredients thoroughly.