1 cup chopped red or green bell pepper 1 cup chopped onion 1 teaspoon
minced garlic 2 tablespoons cooking oil 1 tablespoon all purpose flour 3 cups chicken broth 1, 14 1/2 ounce can
diced tomatoes 1, 10 ounce package frozen cut okra or 1 1/2 cups fresh sliced (optional) 1/4 cup quick cooking rice
1 to 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning 1 bay leaf 2 ounce cans or one 12 1/2 ounce can chunck-style chicken, drained
1, 6 1/2 ounce can crab meat, drained and cartilage removed | In a large saucepan cook red or green bell pepper,
onion, and garlic in hot oil till vegetables are tender. Stir in chicken broth, undrained tomatoes, okra and rice,
seasoning, and bay leaf. Bring mixture to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 6 to 10 minutes or till okra
is tender. Stir in chicken and crab meat; heat through. Remove bay leaf. If you like, serve with crackers,
or homemadecornbread muffins. Makes 4 servings |