Smoked Sausage Jambalaya

Name: Smoked Sausage Jambalaya
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into circles; 1 large Vidalia onion, chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 2 ribs celery, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon chopped thyme; 2 cups long grain white rice; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 (14-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes; 2 1/2 cups chicken broth; 1 dried bay leaf; 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley