Description
Easy Jambalaya is a vibrant, one-pot dish bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion. With its delightful combination of smoky Andouille sausage, tender chicken, and colorful bell peppers, this recipe brings a taste of New Orleans straight to your kitchen. In under an hour, you can create a meal that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds. Whether it’s a cozy weeknight dinner or a festive gathering, Easy Jambalaya is sure to impress with its rich aromas and satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 cup boneless chicken thighs, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes in juice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined (optional)
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté Andouille sausage and chicken thighs until browned.
- Remove meat; add onion and bell peppers to the pot. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for 30 seconds.
- Add canned tomatoes and Cajun seasoning; mix well.
- Stir in rice, then pour chicken broth over the mixture; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: New Orleans
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg