Twisted Jambalaya Recipe
Make Twisted Jambalaya Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Proteins
Vegetables
Grains
Liquids
Spices & Seasonings
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Chop the onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Dice the chicken breast and set aside. Slice the green onions for garnish.
Cooking
- 2
- 3
- 4
Cook Chicken
Add the diced chicken breast to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 5
Incorporate Tomatoes and Spices
Stir in the diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Mix well and let it cook for about 2 minutes.
- 6
Add Rice and Broth
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, add the long-grain rice, stir, and reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- 7
Add Shrimp
Add the shrimp to the pot in the last 5 minutes of cooking, stirring gently to combine. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
Serving
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove the bay leaves from the pot. Garnish the jambalaya with sliced green onions before serving. Enjoy your twisted jambalaya!




