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Creole chicken and sausage with shredded chicken, Andouille sausage, tomato sauce, peppers, and rice

Creole Chicken and Sausage Instant Pot Recipe with Tomatoes

Creole chicken and sausage is a hearty Instant Pot meal with tender shredded chicken, smoky sausage, and a rich tomato-based sauce. It is an easy, comforting dinner option with bold flavor and a satisfying texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole-Inspired
Calories: 267
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 12-16 oz / 455 g Andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 14-ounce can fire roasted crushed tomatoes
  • 2-3 tablespoons tomato paste (optional, for a thicker texture)
  • 2 green or red bell peppers, chopped
  • half an onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 1-2 teaspoons salt, if your Creole seasoning doesn’t have any
Serving
  • Serve with rice, cheese, cilantro, green onions, hot sauce, sour cream, etc.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare all ingredients before cooking.
Cooking
  1. Place all ingredients together in an Instant Pot and cook using manual high pressure for about 8 minutes.
  2. Shred the chicken directly in the pot, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve the Creole chicken and sausage over rice with desired toppings.

Notes

Freezing: Assemble all ingredients in a bag or container and place the frozen mixture directly into the Instant Pot, then cook on high pressure for about 15 minutes. Sausage: Andouille is the preferred choice, but kielbasa also works well. The sausage can be cooked with the chicken and vegetables as directed, or browned separately in a pan and added at the end. Extra Veggies: Butternut squash, corn, zucchini, spinach, mushrooms, and other vegetables can be added successfully. Texture Variations: For a more saucy dish, add another can of tomatoes or a cup of tomato puree. For a creamier texture, add Greek yogurt, sour cream, or a spoonful of almond butter.