1
Cook down the sausage and bacon grease.
2
Remove the grease and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
3
Cook down the holy trinity of vegetables (onion, bell pepper, celery).
4
Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
5
Add tomato paste and mix.
6
Add cream of chicken and mix.
7
Add pasta, meat, and drippings.
8
Add chicken broth and season with thyme and creole seasoning.
9
Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover for 15 minutes.
10
Remove bay leaves and top with green onion.