Easy Skillet Jambalaya

Whip up a taste of Louisiana with this Easy Skillet Jambalaya, a one-pan wonder that's packed with bold Cajun flavors! Featuring tender bites of chicken, juicy shrimp, and smoky sausage, this recipe comes to life with a medley of veggies like onion, celery, and bell pepper, all simmered together with aromatic spices, long-grain rice, and diced tomatoes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this 50-minute dish delivers big flavor with minimal effort—no need for multiple pots or fancy techniques. Garnished with crisp scallions, this hearty and comforting jambalaya is a crowd-pleaser that’ll transport your taste buds straight to the bayou.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage
• 1 pound chicken breast
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1.5 tablespoons cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 12 ounces raw shrimp
• 3 scallions (green onions)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, season lightly with salt and pepper, and add to the skillet with another tablespoon of olive oil. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning as needed, until fully cooked. Remove and set aside with the sausage.

Step 4

Dice the yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 5

Add the diced vegetables to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, rice, cajun seasoning, and dried thyme to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Peel and devein the shrimp. Stir the shrimp into the skillet during the last 5 minutes of cooking and allow them to cook until pink and opaque.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional cajun seasoning, salt, or pepper as desired.

Step 11

Slice the scallions and sprinkle them over the finished jambalaya as a garnish.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your Easy Skillet Jambalaya!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2681.7 grams (2681.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2884

Total Fat 150.10g	192%
Saturated Fat 43.40g	217%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.50g
Cholesterol 1301mg	434%
Sodium 13055mg	568%
Total Carbohydrate 112.10g	41%
Dietary Fiber 19.00g	68%
Total Sugars 27.90g
Protein 276.50g	553%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 571mg	44%
Iron 25mg	139%
Potassium 4111mg	87%

*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: 46.5%

Protein: 38.1%

Carbs: 15.4%