Easy Jambalaya
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
25 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
8 Servings
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Calories
165 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Jambalaya
Description
This jambalaya starts by browning sliced andouille sausage in vegetable oil to develop a crisp, smoky flavor. The sausage is removed, and a mix of chopped onion, red bell pepper, and thin celery slices are sautéed to a soft, fragrant base. Adding diced chicken breast, canned diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and a seasoning blend including thyme, oregano, Cajun seasoning, and cayenne creates a richly spiced stew.
Cooking the mixture covered for 15 to 20 minutes allows the chicken to become tender and the flavors to marry. Shrimp and cooked sausage are added back, cooking uncovered for a few minutes until shrimp are ready. The result is a hearty, spicy dish with a thick, savory sauce that coats each protein.
This jambalaya can be served as a main course and pairs well with simple sides or alone as a flavorful meal. It highlights classic Cajun components with a blend of meat and seafood for balance.
The recipe structure supports adjusting serving size and ingredient measures to suit different needs. The use of canned tomatoes and accessible seasonings simplifies preparation while maintaining authentic flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast skinless, boneless, cut into chunks
- 1 pound Shrimp , 13-15 count
- 1 pound andouille sausage sliced, links
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion , chopped
- 1 red bell pepper , finely chopped
- 2 ribs celery , thinly sliced
- 1 can (28 ounces) tomato diced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon thyme dried
- 2 teaspoons oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Add vegetable oil to your Dutch oven on medium-high heat.
- Add the sausage to the pan and cook until crisp and browned.
- Remove the sausage and add in the onion, bell pepper and celery.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring every few minutes.
- Reduce the heat and add the chicken, tomatoes, broth, thyme, oregano, cajun seasoning and cayenne and cook, covered, for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the shrimp and sausage, stir and cook for 3-5 minutes, uncovered, before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 165 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 165kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 179mg | 60% |
| Sodium | 730mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 385mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1020IU | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 26.4mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 103mg | 10% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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