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Louisiana Style Chorizo and Chicken Breast Rice

Louisiana Style Chorizo and Chicken Breast Rice

with Pepper, Peas and Lemon
Recipe Development Team
Recipe Development TeamUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
780 kcal
Protein
56.3g protein
Total
30 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Celery
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

150 grams

Basmati Rice

1 unit(s)

Bell Pepper

(May contain traces of: Celery)

90 grams

Diced Chorizo

2 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

1 unit(s)

Lemon

30 grams

Tomato Puree

1 sachet(s)

Central American Style Spice Mix

10 grams

Chicken Stock Paste

120 grams

Peas

25 grams

Sun-Dried Tomato Paste

260 grams

Diced British Chicken Breast

Not included in your delivery

300 milliliter(s)

Water for the Rice

1 tbsp

Honey

100 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

Energy (kJ)3265 kJ
Energy (kcal)780 kcal
Fat22.3 g
of which saturates7.3 g
Carbohydrate89.2 g
of which sugars18.3 g
Protein56.3 g
Salt4.8 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Medium Saucepan
Lid
Pan
Garlic Press

Instructions

Cook the Rice
1

Pour the water for the rice (see pantry for amount) into a medium saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. 

Stir in the rice and 1/4 tsp salt and bring to the boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium and cover with the lid.

Leave to cook for 10 mins, then remove the pan from the heat (still covered) and leave to the side for another 10 mins or until ready to serve (the rice will continue to cook in its own steam).

Chorizo and Chicken Time
2

Meanwhile, halve the bell pepper and discard the core and seeds. Slice into thin strips.

Heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on high heat. Once hot, add the diced chicken and sliced pepper and fry, stirring, until just soft, 3-4 mins. 

Add the diced chorizo to the pan and fry until the chicken is cooked through, 3-4 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging. The chicken is cooked through when no longer pink in the middle.

Get Prepped
3

Meanwhile, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press). 

Cut the lemon into wedges.

 

Simmer The Sauce
4

Once the chorizo is browned, reduce the heat to medium-high, then add the garlic, tomato puree and Central American style spice mix (add less if you'd prefer things milder). Fry, stirring, for 1 min. 

Stir the chicken stock paste, honey and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts) into the frying pan. Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer until thickened, 1-2 mins. 

Combine and Stir
5

Once the rice is cooked, fluff it up with a fork and gently stir it into the spicy sauce.

Stir through the peas, sundried tomato paste and a good squeeze of lemon juice. Taste and add more salt and pepper or lemon juice if needed. 

Serve
6

Share the spiced chicken and chorizo rice between your bowls.

Serve with any remaining lemon wedges.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Bursting with flavour, this dish surprised many with its delicious taste. Some found it a bit sour; consider adjusting lemon or tomato to taste.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and simple to prepare, with clear instructions making it accessible for the whole family to enjoy.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding chicken for extra protein, or try mushrooms for more depth. Some recommend sour cream on the side.
  • Next-day meals: Leftovers keep well, with some enjoying it reheated for lunch the following day.
  • Customisation: Experiment with adding prawns, jalapeños, or chipotle paste to enhance the flavour profile to your liking.
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