Homemade Cajun Jambalaya Recipe
Make Homemade Cajun Jambalaya Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Vegetables
Grains
Liquids & Spices
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Dice the chicken breast, bell pepper, onion, celery, and mince the garlic. Peel and devein the shrimp if not already done.
- 2
Cooking
- 3
- 4
Add Garlic and Chicken
Stir in the minced garlic and diced chicken breast. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink.
- 5
Mix in Rice and Seasonings
Add the rice, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 6
Add Broth
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- 7
Add Shrimp
After 20 minutes, uncover the pot and stir in the shrimp. Cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
- 8
Final Touches
Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Fluff the jambalaya with a fork.