1 tbsp. + 1 tsp. vegetable oil
2 c. diced onions
2 c. celery
2 c. red or green peppers
4 c. whole canned tomatoes (chopped, reserve liquid)
1/2 c. each green beans, carrots, mild green pepper
2 lg. bay leaves
1 tbsp parsley
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground thyme
1/2 tsp. basil
1/2 tsp. chili
1/2 tsp. pepper
8 - 16 oz. chicken cubed

Heat oil and add onions. Cook until clear. Add chicken, vegetables and liquids. Cook about 30 minutes or until chicken is tender.