Turkey Jambalaya

Savor the rich and hearty flavors of Turkey Jambalaya, a soul-warming one-pot meal that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe puts a lean twist on the classic Creole favorite by featuring tender turkey breast alongside smoky andouille sausage. A medley of fresh vegetables—yellow onion, green bell pepper, and celery—creates a flavorful base, complemented by aromatic garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and thyme for a bold, zesty kick. Simmered with juicy diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and long-grain white rice, this dish achieves the perfect balance of spice and savoriness. Topped with fresh parsley and green onions, this easy jambalaya is ready in just an hour and serves six, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish. Keywords: turkey jambalaya recipe, Cajun jambalaya, easy jambalaya recipe, one-pot turkey meal, flavorful Creole dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound turkey breast
• 8 ounces andouille sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 2 celery stalks
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onions
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Cut the turkey breast into bite-sized pieces and slice the andouille sausage into thin rounds.

Step 3

Add the turkey to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove the turkey from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, cook the andouille sausage for 3-4 minutes until slightly crisp. Remove it from the skillet and set aside with the turkey.

Step 5

Finely chop the yellow onion, green bell pepper, celery stalks, and garlic cloves.

Step 6

Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables soften.

Step 7

Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 8

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, smoked paprika, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.

Step 9

Return the cooked turkey and sausage to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fully cooked.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf and fluff the jambalaya gently with a fork.

Step 11

Chop the green onions and parsley, then sprinkle them on top of the jambalaya for garnish.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy this flavorful Turkey Jambalaya!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2202 grams (2202.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2183

Total Fat 109.40g	140%
Saturated Fat 31.60g	158%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.10g
Cholesterol 545mg	182%
Sodium 10097mg	439%
Total Carbohydrate 111.80g	41%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 188.20g	376%

Vitamin D 54IU	272%
Calcium 433mg	33%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 3831mg	82%

*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: 45.1%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 20.5%