Louisiana Style Stewed Chicken and Rice

Preparation

1. Prepare rice according to package directions omitting salt.
2. Slice onion and bell peppers; mince garlic.
3. Rinse chicken parts in cold water. Pat dry with paper towels.
4. Heat oil in skillet or pot; add chicken parts browning chicken on all sides.
5. Add onion and green pepper.
6. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and chicken parts, stirring to coat all pieces.
7. Allow chicken and flour to brown for approximately 5 minutes.
8. Add garlic, black pepper and red pepper.
9. Stir in broth and water.
10. Cover pot and allow to simmer for approximately 30 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked. (Gravy will thicken as it simmers).
11. Serve over white rice.