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Jambalaya

Mouthwatering Jambalaya: A Comforting Heartwarming Classic

This jambalaya recipe combines chicken, sausage, and shrimp with aromatic spices and colorful vegetables, making it a family favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun, Creole
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil substitute with any neutral oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs can replace with chicken breast
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage can substitute with kielbasa or omit
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning adjust for desired spice
  • 1 yellow onion mirepoix base
  • 1 green bell pepper mirepoix base
  • 1 celery mirepoix base
  • 3 cloves garlic can use garlic powder as a last resort
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes omit or reduce for milder
For the Rice and Liquid
  • 1.5 cups long grain white rice should be rinsed
  • 1 bay leaf easy to omit if unavailable
  • 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes fresh diced tomatoes can be used
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth use regular broth for richer flavor
For the Finish
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons green onions for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and tossing it with Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil and sauté the chicken for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Cook the sliced sausage in the Dutch oven for 4-5 minutes until browned and fragrant.
  4. Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery for about 5 minutes until softened, then add garlic and red pepper flakes.
  5. Stir in rinsed rice, crushed tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf, ensuring ingredients are combined and bring to a simmer.
  6. Cover and reduce heat, cooking for 7-8 minutes or until the rice is al dente.
  7. Add shrimp, previously cooked chicken, and sausage, stir gently, and cook for another 4-5 minutes until shrimp are pink.
  8. Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve garnished with green onions and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This jambalaya recipe is versatile; feel free to adjust proteins or spice levels as preferred.

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