Jambalaya
Jambalaya is a vibrant, one-pot dish that embodies the spirit of New Orleans with its colorful ingredients and rich flavors. This classic recipe combines tender meats, succulent shrimp, and aromatic spices with fluffy long-grain rice, making it perfect for family gatherings or celebrations. Each bite offers a delightful explosion of taste that transports you to the lively streets of Louisiana. Enjoy a comforting bowl of Jambalaya that’s not only satisfying but also easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 8 oz shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables and rinsing shrimp.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and brown the chicken thighs and sausage for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes). Stir in garlic for an additional minute.
- Mix in rice until coated with oil; pour in broth and tomatoes. Season with Cajun spices and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fold in shrimp during the last five minutes of cooking until pink and cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg