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Jambalaya with Chicken, Sausage, and Shrimp

Jambalaya with Chicken Sausage and Shrimp is a spicy, savory Cajun dish full of meat, rice and spices. This dish will make you feel like you are enjoying flavors right in New Orleans.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 628 kcal
Course: Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 Tablespoons paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 3 Tablespoons oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound chicken cut into small pieces
  • 1 pound polska kielbasa or smoked sausage, cut into pieces
  • 10 Shrimp uncooked peeled & de-veined
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 cup celery chopped
  • 1 cup red and/or green bell peppers chopped
  • 2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 4 1/2 cups chicken broth add up to 1/2 c. more if needed
  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 
  • 2 bay leaves

Instructions

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  1. Combine paprika, cayenne, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat oil in a large skillet or dutch oven and add garlic, chicken, Kielbasa, and shrimp. Saute for about 1 minute then add onion, celery and peppers. Saute another minute or two.
  3. Sprinkle with previously combined seasonings. Saute until vegetables become soft and onion becomes translucent.
  4. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Let boil for about 1 minute, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer on low for about 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender (if rice seems to be too dry or pasty at the end-- add more chicken broth).
  5. Remove bay leaves and serve with Tabasco sauce.

Nutrition Information

Calories 628kcal (31%) Carbohydrates 58g (19%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 32g (49%) Saturated Fat 9g (45%) Cholesterol 101mg (34%) Sodium 1369mg (57%) Potassium 766mg (22%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 2266IU (45%) Vitamin C 42mg (47%) Calcium 99mg (10%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 628

% Daily Value*

Calories 628kcal 31%
Carbohydrates 58g 19%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 32g 49%
Saturated Fat 9g 45%
Cholesterol 101mg 34%
Sodium 1369mg 57%
Potassium 766mg 16%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 2266IU 45%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 99mg 10%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.