Kids Jambalaya Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Heat the Oil

   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

2. 2

   Sauté the Vegetables

   Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

3. 3

   Add Garlic

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Incorporate Meat

   Add the shredded chicken and sliced sausage to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add Rice and Broth

   Stir in the long-grain rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, frozen peas, salt, black pepper, paprika, cayenne pepper, and bay leaves.

6. 6

   Bring to a Simmer

   Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and cover the pot.

7. 7

   Cook the Jambalaya

   Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid.

8. 8

   Remove Bay Leaves

   Once the rice is cooked, remove the bay leaves and fluff the jambalaya with a fork.

9. 9

   Serve

   Spoon the jambalaya into bowls and serve warm.