Heat kettle; add oil. When hot, add sausage. Sauté until crisp.
Add vegetables and sauté until tender. Stir well.
Add chicken and sauté about 2 minutes.
Add seasonings, garlic Purée and chicken base. Cook approximately 3 to 5 minutes.
Add and stir the diced tomatoes well. Cook for 4 minutes.
Add and stir in the white rice well. Cook for 2 minutes. Place in large cooking dish or rectangular baking pan (9 x 13-inch). Cover pan with foil. Place in oven at 350° F for 20 to 30 minutes or until rice is tender.
Serve hot. To re-heat, place in microwave or sauté pan.
Makes: 4