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Jambalaya

Jambalaya

This Jambalaya is a versatile Creole classic, bursting with flavors and perfect for gatherings. A comforting dish that combines proteins and spices in under 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Comfort Dinners
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage and Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 pound andouille sausage sliced
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken cut into pieces
For the Vegetables
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
For the Tomato Base
  • 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
For the Rice and Broth
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth
For the Shrimp
  • 1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped green onion optional

Equipment

  • large Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced andouille sausage and chicken pieces to the pot. Sear them until lightly browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and chopped celery. Cook until softened, around 5 minutes.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Incorporate the crushed tomatoes, smoked paprika, salt, cumin, oregano, basil, thyme, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine.
  6. Stir in the uncooked rice and chicken broth, then bring to a boil. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
  7. Add the shrimp, cover again, and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with freshly chopped green onion if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure your vegetables are finely diced to achieve even cooking and enhance flavor integration. Let the Jambalaya rest off the heat for a few minutes before serving to meld the flavors.

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