Jambalaya Mix in a Jar

Bring the bold, savory flavors of Louisiana into your kitchen with this "Jambalaya Mix in a Jar" recipe—a perfect blend of convenience and homemade charm! This vibrant, layered mix features long-grain white rice and a meticulously crafted combination of spices and dried vegetables, including paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and dried green bell peppers, all sealed in a jar for easy storage or gifting. Simply add stock and your choice of proteins like chicken, sausage, or shrimp to create a hearty, one-pot meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes. Ideal for meal prepping or as a thoughtful DIY food gift, this jambalaya mix is your ticket to authentic Creole cuisine with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion
• 1 tablespoon dried minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons dried green bell peppers
• 1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a clean, dry quart-sized glass jar, layer the ingredients in the following order: long-grain white rice, chicken bouillon granules, dried minced onion, dried minced garlic, dried green bell peppers, dried celery flakes, ground paprika, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Tap the jar lightly on a counter after each addition to level the ingredients and create defined layers.

Step 2

Seal the jar tightly with a lid. Attach a label or note with instructions for cooking: 'To make jambalaya, combine the dry mix with 4 cups of chicken or vegetable stock in a large pot. Add 1 pound of cooked, diced chicken, sausage, or shrimp, or a combination of these proteins. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.'

Step 3

Store the jar in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months or gift it to someone as a thoughtful homemade present.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	250.4 grams (250.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	388

Total Fat 2.50g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3746mg	163%
Total Carbohydrate 83.10g	30%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 7.30g
Protein 10.10g	20%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 122mg	9%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 549mg	12%

*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: 5.7%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 84.1%