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Easy Jambalaya

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This one-pot Easy Jambalaya is a hearty, flavor-packed Southern classic featuring sausage, chicken, and shrimp simmered with rice, vegetables, and bold Creole seasoning. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 8 oz andouille or smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
  • 1/2 lb raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can crushed or diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and a bit of Creole seasoning. Sear in the same pot until lightly browned. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion, bell peppers, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, then stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in rice and toast for 1 minute. Add crushed tomatoes and chicken broth.
  5. Return sausage and chicken to the pot. Add bay leaf and remaining Creole seasoning. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Stir in shrimp and cook uncovered for 5–7 minutes, or until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
  7. Remove bay leaf. Garnish with green onions and parsley. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use precooked sausage and rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • For a meatless version, use beans and extra veggies.
  • Adjust spice level with cayenne or hot sauce.
  • Brown rice can be used but requires longer cooking time.
  • Leave out shrimp if planning to freeze, and add it fresh when reheating.

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