Jambalaya Recipe
A hearty mix of rice, chicken, shrimp, and sausage.
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Ingredients
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Proteins
Grains
Vegetables
Spices and Seasonings
Liquids
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Dice the chicken breast, chop the onion, bell pepper, celery, and green onions. Mince the garlic and set aside.
- 2
Gather Spices
Measure out Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Set aside for later use.
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add Garlic and Chicken
Stir in the minced garlic and diced chicken breast. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, until the chicken is no longer pink.
- 5
Incorporate Sausage and Spices
Add the sliced Andouille sausage, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and paprika to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Add Rice and Liquids
Stir in the long-grain white rice, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Add the bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 7
Simmer
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
- 8
Add Shrimp
In the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the peeled and deveined shrimp. Stir and cover until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- 9
Finish and Serve
Remove bay leaves, stir in chopped green onions, and serve hot. Enjoy your hearty jambalaya!