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This classic Jambalaya Recipe dish is slightly spicy and full of flavor! Andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp are cooked in the same pan with rice, crushed tomatoes, and spices.
It’s like saucy rice, richer in spices and a bit moister than Spanish paella. You can serve it with a splash of lemon juice and freshly chopped parsley on top.
Ingredients for One-Pot Jambalaya Recipe
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Red bell pepper
- Jalapeno pepper
- Celery
- Garlic
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Andouille sausage
- Crushed tomatoes
- Cajun seasoning
- Cayenne pepper
- Dried Basil
- Dried Thyme
- Fresh parsley
- Bay leaf
- Chicken stock
- Long-grain white rice
- Shrimp
How to Make One-Pot Jambalaya Recipe
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and saute the onion, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, celery, and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the sliced sausage and diced chicken and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 6 minutes.
3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, basil, thyme, parsley, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
4. Stir in the rice and water. Carefully stir everything together, your skillet will be very full. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid has evaporated. If you feel the rice is still uncooked and it’s becoming too dry, you may need to add ¼ cup more water.
5. Place the shrimp over the rice, push them into the rice and cook for 5 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked. Serve with chopped fresh parsley on top.
Can I Freeze Jambalaya Recipe?
Jambalaya freezes well. Store the room temperature jambalaya in a freezer bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 4 months. When ready to reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight to thaw and reheat in the microwave. You may need to add a splash of water before reheating.
Your leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
What to Serve With Jambalaya Recipe
This meal is full of protein and carbohydrates, but may need a few extra veggies. Steamed veggies like asparagus or broccoli, or a side salad can complete this meal.
Serve it with cornbread on the side for a full Southern experience!
This classic New Orleans one-skillet meal is perfect for entertaining or family gatherings!
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One-pot Jambalaya Recipe
This classic Cajun dish is slightly spicy and full of flavor! Andouille sausage, chicken, and shrimp are cooked in the same pan with rice, crushed tomatoes, and spices.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ cup celery, chopped
- 1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
- 1 chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 16 oz Andouille sausage, sliced
- 14 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 ½ tbsp Cajun seasoning (1 tbsp if your Cajun seasoning contains salt and is too spicy)
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- 2 tsp freshly chopped parsley, plus more for serving
- 1-2 bay leaves
- ⅓ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 3 cups chicken stock
- 1 ½ cups long grain white rice
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and saute the onion, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, celery, and garlic until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the sliced sausage and diced chicken and cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 6 minutes.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, basil, thyme, parsley, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.
- Stir in the rice and water. Carefully stir everything together, your skillet will be very full. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked and most of the liquid has evaporated. If you feel the rice is still uncooked and it’s becoming too dry, you may need to add ¼ cup more water.
- Place the shrimp over the rice, push them into the rice and cook for 5 minutes until the shrimp are fully cooked. Serve with chopped fresh parsley on top.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 409Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 170mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 2gSugar: 7gProtein: 29g
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