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Authentic Cajun Jambalaya


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  • Author: crockcozy
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A hearty, warming dish filled with smoky and spicy flavors, perfect for family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
  • 1 pound chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups long-grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Green onions and parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the sausage and cook until browned.
  3. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same pot, add chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
  5. Remove and set aside.
  6. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the pot.
  7. Sauté until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  8. Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, bay leaf, and the cooked sausage and chicken.
  9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked.
  10. Remove bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, and garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.

Notes

Good quality sausage makes a big difference. Let the rice settle while cooking to avoid gluey texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg