Cut sausage into ½ inch slices. Trim chicken of all fat and cut into small pieces. Cook sausage in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until browned, stirring often. Remove and drain on paper towel. Wipe bottom of Dutch oven with paper towel to remove grease. Add butter to Dutch oven. Cook chicken in melted butter over medium-high heat 4 minutes or until cooked. Add onions, green pepper, celery and garlic. Cook uncovered 5 to 7 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp tender. Stir in sausage, ham, Cajun seasonings, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme and red pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and add rice and green onions. Cook 7 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally. Yield: 6 servings. |