Easy and Delicious Jambalaya

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of the South with this Easy and Delicious Jambalaya recipe, a one-pot wonder perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. This hearty dish features smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken thighs, plump shrimp, and a medley of fragrant spices like Cajun seasoning, thyme, and paprika. Combined with colorful veggies, juicy tomatoes, and fluffy long-grain rice, it creates a vibrant and satisfying meal with minimal effort. Ready in just one hour, this recipe offers the authentic taste of Louisiana with simple steps and pantry-friendly ingredients. Serve this savory jambalaya hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a crowd-pleasing meal that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound andouille sausage
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 pound cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the andouille sausage into rounds and brown them in the skillet for 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Season the chicken thighs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Add them to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, cook the onion, bell pepper, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, paprika, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage and chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces) to the skillet. Stir everything together.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 9

Gently fold in the cooked shrimp and let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3004.5 grams (3004.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3924

Total Fat 224.10g	287%
Saturated Fat 67.00g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 1853mg	618%
Sodium 13230mg	575%
Total Carbohydrate 159.60g	58%
Dietary Fiber 18.00g	64%
Total Sugars 26.30g
Protein 325.10g	650%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 590mg	45%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 5484mg	117%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 16.1%