Description
Jambalaya is a flavorful dish from Louisiana that combines rice, vegetables, and meats in a single pot.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
- 1 pound chicken, diced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add sausage and chicken; cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and Cajun seasoning.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add shrimp; cook until pink and rice is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Use any protein you prefer.
- Adjust spice level to your taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: jambalaya, Louisiana cuisine, one pot meal